Farleys Solicitors LLP‘s team is well-equipped to represent claimants in high-profile and highly sensitive abuse cases and inquests, as well as catastrophic injury cases. The ’amazing’ Jonathan Bridge has expertise in handling the entire remit of abuse cases, including historic abuse claims, while Nick Molyneux has a catastrophic injury specialism, with notable capabilities in matters surrounding brain and spinal injury, as well as industrial disease. The pair co-head the practice from Manchester and Blackburn respectively. Manchester’s Kelly Darlington is a key name with experience in handling high-profile inquest proceedings and civil claims. In Blackburn, Michael Corrigan is recommended, as is birth injury and nursery accident specialist Jane Chadwick; both ‘go the extra mile’ for their clients.
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  • ‘The team are very approachable and welcoming.'

  • 'They understood the mental struggles I was faced with and always reassured me. I was never made to feel uncomfortable and anytime I had any concerns, they were dealt with in a timely manner.’

  • ‘Johnathan Bridge instantly made me feel comfortable despite my initial anxiety around dealing with males. He understood my concerns and made suggestions that helped me feel more comfortable to be open with him. He has been amazing.'

  • ‘They operate in small teams, which results in great client care. The client comes first. They have a solid reputation for handling complex catastrophic injury claims.'

  • 'They know the right experts to use to get the case over the line. Easy to work with and appear genuinely caring for clients. Some of their clients have complex needs, but they go the extra mile.’

  • ‘Michael Corrigan and Jane Chadwick get great outcomes against the odds. They go the extra mile for clients.'

Work highlights

Represented the victim's family during an inquest into his death due to mould in his home, and in a subsequent civil claim.

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Practice head

Jonathan Bridge; Nick Molyneux

Other key lawyers

Michael Corrigan; Jane Chadwick; Kelly Darlington; Joanne Smith