Ashtons Legal maintains distinct, specialised teams in personal injury and clinical negligence. ‘Communicating effectively with the client and among themselves’, the sizeable practice is jointly coordinated by Richard Foyster, Sharon Allison, and Michael Wangermann. Foyster is a specialist in high-value workplace and employers’ liability claims, primarily involving traumatic brain injury; Allison concentrates solely on catastrophic claims; and Wangermann represents clients who have sustained significant injuries as a result of accidents, as well as families following fatal accidents. Ben Ward is key name for catastrophic injury claims, while Tom Ranson, a senior litigator, is a key contact for clients needing personal injury representation.
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Testimonials
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‘They work together very well - communicating effectively with me and among themselves.’
‘Partners, associates and staff - all excellent.’
‘Excellent legal knowledge and brilliant with clients across the range of lawyers within the team.’
‘Ben Ward and Sharon Allison are excellent. Leaders in their field, really understand the cases and what is needed to get the best results for their clients.’
‘I have been working closely with Ashtons Legal for over 15 years. In my experience they are first rate practitioners who are knowledgeable, technically competent, thorough in their approach and importantly, possess strong inter personal skills. They are a pleasure to work with.’
‘Sharon Allison is a first rate clinical negligence practitioner who puts her client at the heart of everything she does. Her cases are often complex, both legally and medically. She knows her stuff and uses her undoubted skill and experience to achieve the right result for her clients. These are traits that we commonly see from other members of her team.’
Work highlights
Settled the claim of a client for £5m after she suffered life-changing injuries when involved in her teens as the pillion passenger in a motorbike collision.
Lawyers
Leading partners
The strongest partners in their field, leading on market-leading deals and endorsed by peers and clients alike.
Next Generation Partners
Junior partners with significant recognition from clients and peers in the market and key roles on multiple matters.
Tom Ranson
Ben Ward
Leading associates
Leading associates with regular involvement in their team's key work, and recognition from peers or clients as being ones to watch.
Practice head
Richard Foyster; Sharon Allison; Michael Wangermann
Other key lawyers
Ben Ward; Sandra Patton; Andrew Wilson; Tom Ranson; Mick Upton