Slater and Gordon houses a broad team known for assisting clients with a vast array of matters, from claims involving stillbirth and injuries, to fatal cases as a result of overdose. Ben Gent jointly leads the practice alongside the ‘highly intelligent’ John Doyle from Manchester and Liverpool respectively. Gent routinely handles cases involving severe orthopaedic injuries, and missed meningitis diagnoses, while Doyle is noted for his expansive experience in cases where there have been fatal accidents, and delayed diagnoses of cancer or fractures. Helen Lewis routinely handles severe brain injury cases, the ‘approachable and intelligent’ Rosalyn Steeple is well-versed in cerebral palsy claims, and Victoria Beel is an expert in representing clients in Article 2 inquests and claims arising from failures in risk management.
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‘Good quality work.’
‘Helen Lewis is an excellent solicitor. She has great attention to detail, a keen eye for the heart of issues, and a readiness to leave no stone unturned in the promotion of her clients' interests.’
‘Rosalyn Steeple - Very experienced, approachable and intelligent. A pleasure to work with.’
‘John Doyle is a really excellent litigator. He is a brilliant strategist, and handles high value litigation with gusto. He is highly intelligent, but straightforward and down to earth. Clients love him.’
‘Victoria Beel is a solicitor who clients love. She fights with every fibre of her being to get a good outcome. She is a tenacious litigator, particularly when it comes to costs.’
‘Excellent firm with solid reputation for managing complex clinical negligence claims.’
‘Rosalyn Steeple - excellent solicitor who has negotiated some fantastic results for her clients. ’
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Practice head
Ben Gent; John Doyle
Other key lawyers
Helen Lewis; Rosalyn Steeple; Victoria Beel