Clients have ‘nothing but praise’ for the personal injury group at Forbes Solicitors, which has strong capabilities in handling the full scope of complex PI cases; the team spans Central Lancashire and Manchester. Its expertise includes defending sports associations and construction and housing groups in complex and catastrophic injury claims of significant value, which is a specialist area of the ’brilliant’ litigator Ridwaan Omar. Further, it assists public sector and sporting clients in abuse cases of the utmost sensitivity and is also well-equipped to handle fundamental dishonesty fraud cases. Anti-fraud is a focus area of Chris Booth, who represents local authorities in such cases. The remit of disease, motor, and highway casualty-related cases also fall under the team’s areas of specialism. Kella Bowers and Natalie Argent stand-out for their child abuse and sexual exploitation cases, as does Alastair Gillespie, who is vastly experienced in handling complex abuse and neglect matters. Omar, Booth, Bowers and Gillespie helm the practice alongside Elizabeth Bower, Claire Opacic, and occupational disease expert Nicola Dawn. Jonathan Clay is also a key practitioner. Paul Geldard retired in May 2024.
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Testimonials
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‘Forbes have a wealth of knowledge and experience across a multitude of areas. Despite their vast capabilities, the personal touch is not lost and a customer centric approach is at the heart of how Forbes operates. I have dealt with many defendant law firms in my career and Forbes are top of their game.’
‘I have nothing but praise for the individuals that handle our cases at Forbes and for the advice and support they provide. Nothing is ever too much trouble and I know that I always have expert advice and support on-hand.'
Key clients
- Co-operative Group Ltd
- Galliford Try Plc
Work highlights
Advised the client on an inquest and civil proceedings arising out of the death of a competitor in a white-collar boxing event.
Lawyers
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Practice head
Chris Booth; Kella Bowers; Elizabeth Bower; Alastair Gillespie; Ridwaan Omar; Claire Opacic; Nicola Dawn
Other key lawyers
Andrew Ellis; Alastair Gillespie; Jonathan Clay; Chris Threlkeld; Amy Jackson; John Myles; Katie Fox; David Mayor; Natalie Argent; Louise Goss