The Newcastle-based team at Thompsons Solicitors LLP continues to advise on some of the most complex and high-value clinical negligence and serious injury cases in the North. The team handles a wide range of matters, including surgical error, delayed diagnosis, birth injury, and mesh claims, as well as cases relating to military injuries, asbestos-related disease, and serious accidents. Fiona Belgian leads the team with over 20 years of experience, regularly acting in catastrophic cases. Clair Wilson brings extensive expertise in clinical negligence, while Trevor Hall heads the serious injury accident team and military work, with specialisms in brain, spinal, chronic pain, and amputation claims.
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Testimonials
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‘Helen Cornforth was amazing. In constant contact.’
‘The Newcastle office has one of the most experienced and capable teams for asbestos litigation in the UK, with considerable strength and depth. It is among the best firms in England for this work.’
‘Clair Wilson is superb. She combines great empathy with her clients with a robust approach in clinical negligence cases.'
- 'Trevor Hall's efficiency and tenacity allow for front-foot litigation, maximising the clients' chances of maximal compensation, usually without the need for trial. Nor is he afraid to take risks in litigation when it is in the client's best interest.'
- 'Paul Morpeth is an adept negotiator who is willing to go the extra mile for his clients.'
- 'Helen Cornforth is particularly experienced at cases involving fatalities and is very skilled in assisting families through the litigation process to their best result.'
Lawyers
Next Generation Partners
Junior partners with significant recognition from clients and peers in the market and key roles on multiple matters.
Practice head
Fiona Belgian
Other key lawyers
Clair Wilson; Trevor Hall; Paul Morpeth; Helen Cornforth