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Clinical negligence: claimant

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Thompsons Solicitors LLP

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Thompsons Solicitors LLP continues to build its claimant clinical negligence presence, with its team handling a steady stream of complex and high-value work. Victoria Gofton, who leads the national practice, plays a strategic role in managing high-stakes litigation, particularly birth injury matters, and Linda Millband, whose longstanding experience in group litigation shapes the strategic direction of the clinical negligence offering, is another notable member of the team. The firm recently strengthened its team with the arrivals of Penny Fitzpatrick and Mick Hartley, while Gwen Kirby-Dent and Michael Danby continue to handle challenging claims involving neurological injury, delayed diagnosis, and surgical failings.
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  • ‘Thompsons solicitors understand their clients' needs and wishes, listening to them and responding in a professional way.’

  • ‘Impressive team of extremely knowledgeable and experienced solicitors.’

  • ‘We worked with Gwen Kirby-Dent, who was amazing. Extremely knowledgeable and her guidance throughout the case and hearing was invaluable. Gwen’s awareness of relevant experts and providing the best service possible was always top of the agenda.'

  • 'We will forever be grateful for everything Gwen Kirby-Dent did for our family.’

  • ‘Well established Claimant firm, with experienced staff, providing a good service across a wide range of cases.’

  • ‘Michael Danby. A very good and experienced solicitor, who is plainly dedicated to looking after his clients and achieving the best possible outcomes for them. Michael uses his wealth of experience to great effect in making sound judgements, and acting efficiently in advancing cases in the best and most effective way.'

Practice head

Victoria Gofton; Linda Millband; Penny Fitzpatrick

Other key lawyers

Mick Hartley; Gwen Kirby-Dent; Michael Danby