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The group at DWF is noted for its ‘vast experience in catastrophic PI work’. In Manchester, catastrophic injury specialist Ian Slater and David Wynn, who handles legacy matters relating to the construction, chemical, and mining sectors, are names to note. In Liverpool, large loss expert Rob McKee and January 2025-promoted partner Hannah Fitzgerald, who has experience in handling multi-party litigation and matters involving an array of serious injuries, are key practitioners. Also in Liverpool, Dave Young is lauded by clients as ’one of the very best defence PI solicitors around’. The practice is overseen by Jewels Chamberlain, who has expertise in RTAs, particularly in whiplash cases, PI fraud specialist Stuart Poole, and major injury expert Rob McKee in Liverpool, alongside Tom Higson in Manchester. Ruth Graham joined the Manchester team in August 2024.
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Testimonials
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‘Dave Young is an exceptional lawyer whose close client care and vast experience make him the go-to serious injury lawyer in the NW. Sarah Mir is a star lawyer whose calm approach and clever management of claims often secures the best outcome for her clients. She is brave and unafraid of taking complicated issues to trial.'
'Laura Ingram is bright and highly personable. Her commitment to diversity within the firm is outstanding. She is trusted with difficult and complicated liability claims in her own right, which marks her out as a much sought-after lawyer.’
Key clients
- RSA
- RSA Ireland