
Testimonials
Collated independently by Legal 500 research team.
'The cases they handle are often complex legally, emotionally and psychologically, and yet the team presents them with clarity, clinical awareness, and sensitivity to the broader human context. They are among the most thoughtful and well-organised teams in this area.’
‘Carol Purang leads the military team with clarity, intelligence, and great empathy. Her instructions are exemplary—structured, sensitive, and well-informed. She has an exceptional ability to handle complex trauma-related cases involving long-term psychiatric consequences, and her communication with experts is consistently courteous, thoughtful, and precise.’
‘Geraldine Coombs is very professional and committed to getting the right result for your claim.’
‘Helen Tomlin is a very experienced asbestos injury claim litigator who is well-versed in the legal principles and has excellent client-care skills, which are vital in an area of law which involves terminal and fatal injuries.'
‘Geraldine Coombs has excellent knowledge of the sector and Helen Tomlin is a a real expert in this field.'
‘Matthew Brown is shrewd and intelligent, and able to navigate through a challenging landscape. He is a skilful communicator who ensures that clients and their families have the information which they require to make informed decisions at the right time. Harriet Trail is responsive and dynamic - she anticipates a situation before it arises and is prepared, and in doing so she smooths the process for clients and colleagues.’
‘Steve Hill shows total commitment to his clients and consistently develops a wonderful rapport with them. He efficiently moves cases forward with the minimum fuss and secures fantastic outcomes. Richard Biggs is very empathetic and gains the trust of his clients which is enormously reassuring during the stressful process of litigation.'
‘Jonathan Betts is an engaging individual who runs an extremely successful team. Matthew Garson has an impressive eye for detail. Hannah Pearson and Harriet Trail are valuable members of the team in Manchester. They both have real empathy for their clients and work very effectively to achieve the best outcomes for them.'
'Irwin Mitchell are a very progressive company looking to maximise outcomes for their clients in a responsible and ethical manner.'
'All the partners at Irwin Mitchell I have been involved with have been engaging, pro-active and seeking the best outcomes for their clients.'
Work highlights
Lawyers
Hall of Fame
The lawyers at the very top of the profession, widely known and respected by peers and clients for their longstanding involvement in market-leading work.

Leading partners
The strongest partners in their field, leading on market-leading deals and endorsed by peers and clients alike.
Next Generation Partners
Junior partners with significant recognition from clients and peers in the market and key roles on multiple matters.
Leading associates
Leading associates with regular involvement in their team's key work, and recognition from peers or clients as being ones to watch.
Practice head
Jonathan Betts
Other key lawyers
Carol Purang; Geraldine Coombs; Helen Tomlin; Matthew Brown; Steve Hill; Richard Biggs; Matthew Garson; Harriet Trail; Hannah Pearson; Deirdre Healy