Leigh Day > London, England > Firm Profile

‘They are at the forefront of major cases. The team are comprised of reliable and high-quality lawyers. They have an outstanding breadth of knowledge. Any client can have confidence in their ability to work hard to achieve the best result possible.’

‘Annie Powell is truly exceptional. She is incredibly sharp, will leave no stone unturned and her strategic choices wins cases well before they even get to the tribunal. She is always focused on ensuring that the best case is put forward.’

‘Michael Newman is a very talented lawyer, with exceptional knowledge of equal pay and discrimination.’

‘Nick Webster is my first-choice recommendation as an employment solicitor. He is tenacious, unflappable and supportive. His clients are in safe hands.’

‘I would also recommend Emma Satyamurti as an outstanding partner who brings on and supports her team brilliantly. I love working with her team because they work to a high standard and benefit from Emma’s input and advice whenever needed.’

‘Leigh Day is a powerhouse in the claimant employment world. They are involved in almost all the mass claims currently being pursued in employment tribunals, but they also do excellent work on an individual level.’

‘Paula Lee has huge enthusiasm for her work and clients, particularly in the field of equal pay. Jasmine Patel has a meticulous approach to litigation combined with real empathy for her clients, delivering excellent results. Michael Newman is unflappable when dealing with the biggest mass litigation cases. Emma Satyamurti is extremely knowledgeable and experienced, with excellent tactical skills. Thomas Hewitt really knows what he’s talking about when it comes to equal pay and mass litigation. Kiran Daurka is very experienced in dealing with discrimination and mass claims.’

‘Kiran Daurka is 100% committed to every case and has a great tactical mind and will fight every step of the way for her clients.’

‘Angharad Vaughan is superb with clients who have suffered catastrophic injuries. Anna Brothers has the ability to see the way to success in the most difficult cases.’

‘Olive Lewin is tenacious and will leave no stone unturned.’

‘Henry Dyson has bags of experience and excellent nous whilst Emmalene Bushnell is well-regarded and an extremely professional solicitor.’

‘The whole team at Leigh Day show unfailing dedication to achieving the best possible outcomes for their clients who have acquired avoidable injuries in a clinical context. Their work is their vocation, yet they balance this with the necessary objectivity to ensure that they are always highly professional in everything they do.’

‘Suzanne White is an absolute marvel and an inspirational leader of the medical negligence team. She has boundless energy to ensure that her cases are thoroughly investigated and prepared and she also excels in managing clients’ expectations where required. She adopts a sensitive but pragmatic approach which clients appreciate and she is so accessible to counsel and clients alike. She keeps so many plates spinning, with a positive and upbeat disposition.’

‘Leigh Day has been, in my opinion, probably the premier claimant clinical negligence firm for the last 20 years and maintains this position today. One of its great advantages is the diversity of the work which the firm does as a whole, which is helpful when clinical negligence claims overlap with other areas of law.’

‘Leigh Day are the premier claimant-focused clinical negligence firm in London. They have the winning formula: an excellent reputation; true expertise in the field; experience in all types of clinical negligence claims; passion for their work; complete dedication to their clients; and a fantastic team ethos. I would not hesitate to recommend them to anyone who has suffered injury as a result of clinical negligence.’

‘Suzanne White is a formidable solicitor whose passion for the clinical negligence field – and improving healthcare standards more generally – is evident in all that she does. Her vast experience and tactical approach permeates her entire team. It is clear that her assistant solicitors and associate solicitors work very well with her. It is no surprise that she leads, and continues to shape, one of the best clinical negligence teams in the country.’

‘Harminder Bains dealt with my husband’s claim, and has much experience in dealing with asbestos claims against companies. She was totally understanding of our situation, nothing was ever too much trouble for her, and her knowledge of the law was extensive.’

‘I was happy to follow Daniel Easton’s excellent advice at all times as I knew he had tremendous experience and prior success in mesothelioma cases. He was extremely thorough and prepared me for the difficulties the defence sometimes presents. Daniel was considerate, helpful and understanding of my difficult personal circumstances over the four year case, offering me effective support.’

‘Patrick Walsh’s knowledge of the case subject was outstanding. He has excellent task management skills and scheduled each stage of the case precisely. I completely put my trust in Patrick; he was honest with his advice and was very flexible and positive in his approach. He worked at connecting all aspects of the case, bringing together all information and expert reports whilst compiling the claim. He investigated all avenues of inquiry to build the claim.’

‘Our experience of Leigh Day was that throughout the process from start to finish, it felt to my wife like the main priority was her health and wellbeing, underpinned by the legal process which Leigh Day managed exceptionally well. They just shared with us the right amount of information and discussion on decisions where they needed to be made, without making any assumptions on how we felt, or what we should feel or decide. A really good balance of skills and communication engagement with the lead and support roles, we felt really well supported throughout the process.’

‘Sally Moore leads an industry-beating team of personal injury lawyers. She inspires her team, who have a commitment to pro bono and charity work, which complements their litigation work. As solicitors for British Cycling, the firm has a deep knowledge of sport, recreational and utility cycling.’

‘Sapna Malik is incredibly conscientious and thorough and always goes the extra mile. Martyn Day is a legend in this area who continues to break new ground with the cases he takes on.’

‘They are the best team in industrial disease litigation by miles; their knowledge and experience are unparalleled.’

‘Sally Moore is a force of nature. She tackles the toughest and most complex cases with ease. She has huge experience, fantastic analytical skills and great judgment. She knows when to push and when to compromise.’

‘The leading claimant product liability team by almost any metric, it is no coincidence that Leigh Day tend to be involved in the most significant cases and holding manufacturers to account over unsafe products. The defining factor of the team is that no stone will ever be left unturned and they will do everything possible to get the best result. That, combined with the compassion they bring to their work, makes this team special.

‘Thomas Jervis is internationally recognised in the field for his expertise in consumer law and product liability. He is extraordinarily thorough in his preparation for and knowledge of his case load and he combines this with a humble and approachable manner that makes him an absolute delight to work with. He is an outstanding team player and highly capable.’

‘The team is top class in its knowledge and experience relating to product liability. They are very innovative and are fully focused on delivering the best possible solutions for their clients.’

‘Shazia Yamin is incredibly personable, knowledgeable and experienced within the sector. She produces such a high standard of work – an exceptional lawyer.

‘Leigh Day are the leaders of this type of group litigation. They have developed a most impressive practice. They know how to take on the large institutions and win. They can’t be phased or bullied – they are relentless in the search for justice for their clients.’

‘Boz Michalowska is at the top of her game and a brilliant group action litigator. She never misses a point and pursue everything vigorously.

‘They are, without any doubt, the leading and best firm for claimants in the product liability field. They have more experience and better quality lawyers than any of their rivals.’

‘Extremely collaborative. As counsel, their work product and input on complex cases is of enormous value. They have a diverse team that is available at all hours, without complaint. Further, their ability to liaise with large client bases and manage expectations along the way, especially in the light of constantly changing circumstances, has always been impressive to me.’

‘Leigh Day’s team is highly efficient and creative. They regularly handle very large and high profile cases and have the expertise to back it up. They really do have the whole package – people, billing, diversity, technology! A truly top tier player.’

‘Waleed Sheikh – really creative and persistent. Can handle large and complex matters efficiently.’

‘This is a very capable team. They are judicious in the cases and issues they select and are extremely well-run. They have an eye for a good issue to argue and their work is done to a very high standard.’

‘Tessa Gregory is a force of nature. Strong, composed and articulate, she is a great lawyer and a great advocate for her clients.’

‘Waleed Sheikh – very experienced, calm, capable, knowledgeable. Stephanie Hill – sharp, tenacious, knowledgable.’

‘Courage combined with tactical know-how, solid resourcing and heft of broad and deep experience in claimant work – shrugs off government sniping and press criticism in pursuit of justice.’

‘Amazingly dedicated and creative in their work, driven and very client focused. Thorough and with an excellent eye for strategy.’

‘Tessa Gregory – superb lawyer, brilliant with clients, pleasure to work with, incredibly thorough with endless energy.’

‘One of the leading teams in the country, often dealing in the most complex and high profile cases. They have deep expertise in the area and some of the most skilled litigators in the field.’

‘Alison Millar and Andrew Lord are amongst the stand out practitioners that I would mention. I think both of them have exceptional client handling skills which really complements their professional expertise.’

‘Hands-down the best claimant firm for civil liberties and human rights in the country. They have strength at every level of seniority and know the law back to front. They are also fearless lawyers and very creative thinkers. They are a pleasure to work with.’

‘In my view, Leigh Day is at the very top of the London (and UK generally) firms that work in the civil liberties and human rights sector. They are innovative, very client-friendly, and always willing to go the extra mile, including in challenging politically sensitive work.’

‘Yvonne Kestler is an exceptional police actions lawyer. I have had the privilege of working with her since I started practising, and I have found her consistently brilliant in terms of legal acumen, completely committed to her clients, and a delight to work with.

‘The team comprises truly outstanding lawyers who provide clients with an exceptional service.’

‘I have worked with Sapna Malik for more than 10 years and I never cease to marvel at her brilliance as a lawyer, strategist, team leader and instructing solicitor. She manages her team striking a perfect balance between overall command and delegation.’

‘Tessa Gregory is a real standout star in this area. She is responsible for overseeing a multitude of complex and cutting-edge human rights claims. It is impossible to say a bad thing about Tessa: she is dedicated, fearless, strategically astute and immerses herself in the factual and legal detail of her cases.’

‘The environment team at Leigh Day is second to none. For claimants engaged in environmental litigation, the team offer a wealth of knowledge on both substantive environmental law and litigation procedure for environmental claims. Over the past few years, the team have been involved in numerous high profile environmental judicial reviews, including a number on climate change related issues.’

‘Really have their finger on the pulse of what the environmental community needs from litigation.’

‘Rowan Smith is very personable and great at building relationships with clients. Has strong knowledge of environmental law, especially in relation to climate change where he is a real leader of litigation in the field.’

‘They are experts in the field of environmental law and they really go the extra mile for their clients. Passionate about the subject and about achieving the right outcome. Not afraid to take risks and pursue novel and creative arguments before the Courts but also willing to take a strategic view where a legal challenge may not be the best approach. Impressive.’

‘Carol Day – she is an expert in the field and really knows her stuff.

Ricardo Gama – incredibly responsive and hands on. A team player.’

‘I am responding in relation to the Leigh Day International team. They are brilliant, clever and innovative.’

‘Richard Meeran and Daniel Leader are outstanding; easily the leading claimant solicitors in their field.’

‘The Manchester team is successfully building senior executive work nationwide which is a competitive offering with specialist advice particularly in discrimination issues to senior finance, legal medical and academia professionals. Mike Cain is driving this. He is technically very strong, great with clients and very sensitive to their requirements.’

‘The firm has an excellent record of client care and service, as well as strong regulatory check mechanisms to ensure clients obtain the best service possible. Given the nature of their work, the commitment to being straightforward and simple in their advice whether it be to an individual or thousands of people is particularly helpful.’

‘Mike Cain has a growing team made up fee earners working with insurance, union and high-net-worth clients. He has run cases of supranational importance to the ECJ and the UK Supreme Court. He is engaged at a level well above most, both macro in strategy and planning, and micro in terms of getting the best result for the client. His candour when providing advice sets him apart.’

‘Ryan Bradshaw is increasingly sought out by unions for his willingness to give them the advice they need rather than the advice they want. Has developed a niche in the field of worker status in academic institutions and recentering industrial disputes into the tribunals rather than other forms of industrial action where possible.’

‘Unparalleled knowledge and experience in advancing claimant-based mass litigation.’

‘Ryan Bradshaw is incredibly technically able and manages large cases with great skill and care.’

‘Two features of the firm stand out as being unique. First, their legal creativity. They are constantly pushing the boundaries with new and successful cases. Second, their breadth of ability. They are very cross-disciplinary and can offer a helpful mix of different expertise, such as in public and employment law.’

‘Lauren Lougheed and Linda Wong are a fantastic team, driving their claims forward and completely focused on securing the best outcome for their clients.’

‘A team of enthusiasts who bring an unsurpassed level of commitment and care to their international personal injury case load. The team is full of talent: from those with real academic flair to excellent tacticians. They deliver results for their grateful clients.’

‘Clare Campbell leads the team with brilliant attention-to-detail and real flair. She handles her headline-generating caseload with calmness, efficiency and precision. A brilliant lawyer.’

‘Colin Murphy is superb: combining academic interests in the thornier aspects of cross-border practice with excellent client management skills.’

‘Joseph Dawson has an astute sense of what will work. Always well-prepared, he usually has the ear of the Court.’

‘Leigh Day is a firm that I would recommend to a friend. They have an excellent team with a combined experience which is impressive. They are prepared to take on difficult cases and often win them.’

‘There is nothing Clare Campbell doesn’t know about travel law and about the industry. She is an approachable partner but a formidable opponent, without being difficult. Colin Murphy is another one to watch in the area, and Joe Dawson also has a good deal of experience here.’

‘A greatly experienced specialist team who take on all types of travel work.’

‘Clare Campbell – well respected and very experienced in travel law. Her empathetic manner with vulnerable clients is notable.’

‘The team is dedicated, practical, and client-focused. They combine a practical, efficient approach to communications, billing, decision-making and initial contracting; with an empathic approach to clients.’

‘They are the market leaders in industrial disease. Their experience is unparalleled and they are extremely good with clients. The more senior team leaders have mentored their juniors very well, so that there are no weaknesses from top to bottom.’

‘Kevin Johnson is a leader by example. The most diligent solicitor I have worked with.’

‘Kevin Johnson has outstanding legal knowledge of asbestos mesothelioma. He is caring and compassionate and supports the family and the individual through the difficult times.’

‘They rightly enjoy their reputation as the UK leading experts in the field, successfully helping the injured people in most difficult cases.’

‘Andrew Zajac is the best personal injury lawyer I know. He is very bright, has an excellent eye for detail and determined not to leave any stone unturned in securing the best outcome for his client.’

‘Ross Whalley is an extraordinary solicitor and partner. He is always incredibly available and is able to provide you with responses with a very quick turnaround. He is a highly skilled solicitor with immense knowledge about personal injury claims.’

‘For me there is 1 standout individual and that is Stephen Jones. He is head and shoulders above any other solicitor in clinical negligence in the North West.’

‘A formidable firm, and hands-down among the best claimant solicitors in the country. They have strength at every level of seniority and know the law back to front. They are also fearless lawyers and very creative thinkers. They are a pleasure to work with.’

‘There are too many starred individuals to name, but I will try. Nick Webster – A fantastic lawyer with incredible judgment. Michael Newman – The leading solicitor in the country for equal pay claims, Gabriel Morrison – A rising star. Aman Thaker – A rising star.’

‘Fantastic team, committed to their clients, work brilliantly with counsel teams and bring energy and drive to all parts of the litigation.’

‘Nigel Mackay is a joy to work with, committed to his client and engaged with often complex legal and practical detail to ensure the very best results.’

‘My statement, as well as other documents submitted, covered almost everything that it could have possibly covered and my solicitor understood what I was trying to convey, something that not many people could begin to comprehend.’

‘The way in which my solicitor and barrister worked together filled me with confidence that I had the best representation. A case which was initially viewed as too complex was fought with such tenacity, integrity and poise, making it look almost effortless at the Hearing. This resulted in a good outcome for me. We also had the upper hand when dealing with the Respondent’s representatives, which meant the conversations were as amicable as they could have possibly been.’

‘This team stands out in its attention to detail. They are known for the comprehensive nature of their pleadings.’

‘A team of all round human rights lawyers who are able bring their experience into the Court of Protection’.

‘Sophie Wells is a star of the future’.

‘The Manchester team is successfully building senior executive work nationwide which is a competitive offering with specialist advice particularly in discrimination issues to senior finance, legal medical and academia professionals. Mike Cain is driving this. He is technically very strong, great with clients and very sensitive to their requirements.’

‘The firm has an excellent record of client care and service, as well as strong regulatory check mechanisms to ensure clients obtain the best service possible. Given the nature of their work, the commitment to being straightforward and simple in their advice whether it be to an individual or thousands of people is particularly helpful.’

‘Mike Cain has a growing team made up fee earners working with insurance, union and high-net-worth clients. He has run cases of supranational importance to the ECJ and the UK Supreme Court. He is engaged at a level well above most, both macro in strategy and planning, and micro in terms of getting the best result for the client. His candour when providing advice sets him apart.’

‘Ryan Bradshaw is increasingly sought out by unions for his willingness to give them the advice they need rather than the advice they want. Has developed a niche in the field of worker status in academic institutions and recentering industrial disputes into the tribunals rather than other forms of industrial action where possible.’

‘Unparalleled knowledge and experience in advancing claimant-based mass litigation.’

‘Ryan Bradshaw is incredibly technically able and manages large cases with great skill and care.’

‘Two features of the firm stand out as being unique. First, their legal creativity. They are constantly pushing the boundaries with new and successful cases. Second, their breadth of ability. They are very cross-disciplinary and can offer a helpful mix of different expertise, such as in public and employment law.’

‘Lauren Lougheed and Linda Wong are a fantastic team, driving their claims forward and completely focused on securing the best outcome for their clients.’