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2 CROWN OFFICE ROW, TEMPLE
LONDON
EC4Y 7HJ
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Gemma Witherington
Position
For a number of years, Gemma has been recommended as a leading junior by Legal 500. She specialises in personal injury, clinical negligence, insurance fraud, professional negligence, costs and insurance. She also sits as both a Deputy District Judge and Recorder for Civil work.
She has extensive experience of acting for both Claimants and Defendants and is also experienced in group litigation and all matters of civil procedure. She is known for her forensic abilities, and she has a sharp eye for detail.
The Legal 500 have described Gemma as “a rising star and a real fighter” and “an astute thinker”. It also notes she is “Very good at giving direct, sensible and pragmatic advice”. She is ranked for Clinical Negligence, Insurance Fraud and Personal Injury.
She is known for being approachable, client focused and is never afraid of a challenge. She is sought after by clients for her ability to deliver robust and clear advice.
She is asked to speak at numerous training events and seminars, and gives webinars for Thomson Reuters, APIL, and MBL.
Memberships
The Honourable Society of Inner Temple, Personal Injury Bar Association, Association of Personal Injury Lawyers
Lawyer Rankings
London Bar > Clinical negligence
(Leading Juniors)Ranked: Tier 3Gemma Witherington – Crown Office Chambers ‘Gemma has a very good eye for detail in all aspects of any given claim, as well as a very strong grasp of the clinical basis underpinning given claims.’
London Bar > Personal injury, industrial disease and insurance fraud
(Personal injury - Leading Juniors)Ranked: Tier 3Gemma Witherington – Crown Office Chambers ‘Gemma has excellent attention to detail. She is able to empathise with clients and provide them with reassurance and confidence.’