Thompsons Solicitors LLP handles a substantial caseload of high-value and complex personal injury claims, drawing on the resources of a large national network and a long-standing reputation for acting on behalf of trade union members. The team is jointly led by Samantha Hemsley, Nicola Saunders, and Vince Reynolds. Hemsley specialises in catastrophic injuries and supervises some of the team’s most serious multimillion-pound claims, Saunders brings significant expertise in spinal and cardiology-related cases, and Reynolds plays a prominent role in litigation involving workplace and public sector injuries. The team includes Kam Singh and Christalla Christodoulidou, who both handle complex matters, including polytrauma, amputations, and fatal accident-related claims.
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Testimonials

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  • ‘Samantha Hemsley is extremely knowledgeable and her profile means that she has great connections with industry leaders.’

  • ‘Samantha Hemsley, national head of catastrophic injury is amongst the best lawyers in the country. Experienced, steely when needed and fantastic with clients and their families. Nicola Saunders is very strong technically, particularly on liability denied claims where a fight is needed. Christalla Christodoulidou has huge experience in the highest value claims and can always be relied upon to do the best for the client.’

Practice head

Samantha Hemsley; Nicola Saunder; Vince Reynolds

Other key lawyers

Kam Singh; Christalla Christodoulidou; Jeeva Sethu; Henrietta Phillips; Jeeva Sethu