The outstanding team at Leigh Day is known for its deep knowledge of cycling injury, industrial disease, and travel-related personal injury claims. Working out of the Liverpool office, asbestos claims specialist Kevin Johnson acts in a range of international claims for Maltese clients who were exposed while working for the Royal Navy, and UK expats in Australia. Andrew Bradley leads the firm’s cycling and sports injury practice, routinely acting for both athletes and commuters who sustain major brain and spinal injuries as a result of road traffic accidents, and accidents at work. Steven Dickens leads the Manchester-based asbestos team, often acting for mesothelioma sufferers. Clare Campbell heads up the firm’s travel litigation group, often handling catastrophic injury and fatal claims sustained through road traffic accidents and employment overseas with the support of Colin Murphy. Andrew Zajac routinely handles cases involving chronic pain, acting for both adults and children who have experienced severe spinal, orthopaedic, or amputation injuries.
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‘The teams in Liverpool and Manchester are unparalleled in the North West for their breath of knowledge and experience. I would recommend them unhesitatingly. I know from first hand experience how much they care for their clients and how hard they fight for them.’
‘Kevin Johnson is the leading light of asbestos litigation in the North West.’
‘Leigh Day have a very experienced team. They have experienced solicitors who are always very professional and personable. They get to know their clients well.’
‘Andrew Bradley is an extremely knowledgeable, personable and empathetic solicitor. He manages a team who provide excellent support to our membership.’
‘Andrew Zajac - It has been great to work with Andrew. He is extremely caring and compassionate about his clients and achieving the best possible outcomes. His curiosity and collaborative approach when working with clients and families is exceptional, and he has great judgement, and in depth knowledge of the law.’
‘Leigh Day very much put the client first, ensuring a quality service. Whilst Leigh Day fight hard for their clients they adopt a collaborative approach to ensure the best possible outcome for their clients. ’
‘Leigh Day achieved a very good outcome while handling my case with great sensitivity and efficiency.’
‘I have never dealt with such a caring, professional and efficient practice, Leigh Day have been outstanding. Communication has been key.’
Work highlights
- Representing a client who was cycling home when he collided with a vehicle turning right across his path, resulting in a severe traumatic brain injury.
- Acting for more than 1,100 football fans who were subjected to kettling, crushing, assaults and indiscriminate tear gassing at the 2022 UEFA Champions League final at the Stade de France in Paris.
- Representing a UK ex pat who moved to Australia and developed mesothelioma.
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Practice head
Andrew Bradley; Clare Campbell; Kevin Johnson; Steven Dickens
Other key lawyers
Colin Murphy; Andrew Zajac; William Broadbent; Rachel Botterill