Nottingham-based practice Thompsons Solicitors LLP shows strength in issues relating to traumatic brain injuries, amputations, gynaecological matters and misdiagnoses. Praised by clients for her ‘dynamic and innovative approach to litigation’, Laura Harper leads the personal injury team, and is adept at handling high-value catastrophic injury cases, often involving amputations and brain injuries. Heading up the clinical negligence team, Helen Rundle’s broad knowledge covers orthopaedic, neonatal, oncology and surgical negligence issues. On the clinical negligence side, Linda Millband has recently been engaged in numerous cases involving TVT issues and breach of duty claims, areas in which Estelle Cockayne is also knowledgeable. Specialising in personal injury claims, Lorna Burns is experienced in cases involving traumatic brain injuries and amputations arising from road traffic collisions.
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Testimonials

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  • ‘This firm has always had a reputation for looking out for and representing the individual. This is no different in the medical negligence department. What sets them apart is their ability to work for the individual as well as taking a commercial approach and act in high-profile group actions.’

  • 'A champion of claimant cases, undertaking litigation that many would refuse to conduct because it was pioneering and cutting edge and always dedicated to the cause of the injured person. Strength in depth, legal expertise, client friendly and caring.'

  • ‘Lorna Burns and Laura Harper are both very experienced in the highest value of claims, they are both very even-headed and really solid litigators that can be trusted to do a very good job.’

  • ‘Laura Harper - Laura has a very dynamic and innovative approach to litigation which I have seen make a very significant difference for good in the life of severely injured clients who had a pressing need for rehabilitation. Laura is completely determined to get the best result for her clients.'

  • 'Lorna Burns - Lorna's measured manner puts injured clients at ease. She is an excellent listener and understands their needs very well. She is a very intelligent negotiator.’

Practice head

Laura Harper; Helen Rundle

Other key lawyers

Linda Millband; Estelle Cockayne; Lorna Burns