Nottingham-based practice Nelsons Solicitors Limited is well-equipped to handle catastrophic injury cases, inquests, liability issues and complex litigation claims. Practice head Lisa Preece leads the medico-legal department and specialises in personal injury claims and complex medical issues resulting from road traffic accidents, including brain, orthopaedic, dental and psychological injuries. Proficient in both clinical negligence and personal injury claims, Bruce Williams has recently been engaged in complex, high-value delayed treatment and traumatic brain injury litigation. Acting for clients on clinical negligence cases, Emma Zukowska is knowledgeable of liability claims and amputation issues, while Julie Hardy handles high-value birth injury and brain injury claims. Part of the personal injury team, Dianne Collins leads on employer liability claims and quantum trials, while the ‘professional and knowledgeable’ Carolle White is a key member of the clinical negligence team.
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‘I pursued a number of firms before choosing Nelsons. I found them to be more person-centred and chose them for this reason and how they found a good balance between professionalism and genuine care. They worked well together as a team and I felt informed and engaged.'
‘Carolle White was my solicitor. She was professional and knowledgeable. She was very approachable and explained things in a way I could understand. I always felt that her priority was me. She was always contactable and kept me informed.’
‘Julie Hardy at Nelsons is an exceptional solicitor. Her kindness and compassion alongside her exemplary legal knowledge makes her amazing at her job. Julie has been nothing but understanding of our situation and has shown a true person centred approach throughout our case. Julie kept us well informed explaining things clearly every step of the way. With all of the above in mind it has been a pleasure to work with Julie and we would not hesitate to recommend her services to others.’
‘Nelsons have a highly specialist clinical negligence team with a true depth of talent and experience. Many firms will claim that they put the client first but this firm truly do. Their whole approach is one of supporting their clients and focusing on their needs and ensuring that a difficult and emotional experience is as painless as possible.’
‘Lucy Wilton - Lucy deals with the most harrowing cases on behalf of bereft clients in an empathetic and caring way. She is diligent and her knowledge of the law is excellent. Julie Hardy - Julie deals with a wide range of cases. She has a vast wealth of knowledge and experience enabling her to deal with the most complex of cases carefully and very competently. She is a very trustworthy pair of hands. Emma Zukowska - Emma is very competent, efficient and careful. She gives a great deal of thought to every decision; nothing is done lightly.'
‘Dianne Collins is a delight to work with - personable and compassionate with clients, as well as having excellent attention to detail. She is thorough, pro-active and well-organised, and leaves no stone unturned.'
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Dianne Collins
Carolle White
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Lisa Preece
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Matthew Olner; Lucy Wilton; Emma Zukowska; Julie Hardy; Dianne Collins; Carolle White; Danielle Young: Bruce Williams