Kingsley Napley LLP’s clinical negligence team is led by James Bell, whose work spans complex brain injury and psychiatric care claims. He is supported by Richard Lodge, who focuses on spinal and catastrophic injury matters. The group handles a broad spectrum of cases, including cerebral palsy, surgical error, visual impairment, and fatal claims. The arrival of Sharon Burkill has strengthened the team’s cerebral palsy and neonatal injury offering, while Kirsty Allen continues to lead on high-value and technically challenging birth injury matters. Eurydice Cote is a key contact for fatal claims and spinal injury litigation.
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‘Richard Lodge stands out for his attention to detail, commitment to his cases, and hard work to achieve the best possible results.’
‘Richard Lodge and Sharon Burkill are the individuals I know best and they are both excellent.'
‘They are a well resourced and knowledgeable team.’
‘A fantastic clinical negligence team. They really care about their clients, and work hard for them.’
‘Small, boutique practice who really know what they're doing delivering exceptional results and immaculate client care.’
‘Kirsty Allen - she is first class. She is always on top of the legal and strategic issues in any case. One of my go-to solicitors.'
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Practice head
James Bell
Other key lawyers
Kirsty Allen; Sharon Burkill; Richard Lodge; Andrea Wadden; Aideen McGarry; Eurydice Cote