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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Practice head

Victoria Gofton; Linda Millband; Penny Fitzpatrick

Other key lawyers

Mick Hartley; Gwen Kirby-Dent; Michael Danby