Freeths LLP‘s clinical negligence team handles matters ’professionally, with empathy and with transparency’ when dealing with maximum severity injuries, including brain and cerebral palsy cases. Carolyn Lowe oversees the practice and specialises in complex obstetric claims, particularly those involving stillbirth and neonatal death, while Lynne Foster manages fatal claims and inquests, regularly attending the coroner’s court, and has experience in orthopaedic amputations and renal transplants. Catherine Bell focuses on birth and brain catastrophic injury cases, while Lucy Habgood supports the team across a range of claims, including those involving cerebral palsy.
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- 'What really stood out was they took the time to ensure that I understood the process, answered my questions, and ensured that I understood the various witness statements and expert reports and how all of this could impact the overall case.’
‘Catherine Bell was fantastic throughout, and spent time to get understanding.'
‘From initial consultation to conclusion of the claim, Freeths always acted professionally, with empathy and with transparency. Advice was always given in straightforward terminology. The Company provided an honest and detailed guide to the process.’
‘Katie Shaw’s professional guidance and support in the pursuit of my medical negligence claim were second to none. She always took into account my personal feelings regarding the claim whilst providing honest and professional advice. She gave me a good understanding of the process, advising me of any issues in a sensitive way but never undermining how difficult it was to pursue a claim. Her timelines were accurate, so my expectations were managed. Katie always listened, and she always made me feel valued as a client.’
‘From the outset, Freeth's were informative, clear, realistic and helpful. The team have continued to be accessible. I have been kept up to date with developments and the practice has been inclusive. Consultations have been regular, avoided jargon and explained legal technicalities in a user-friendly way.’
‘The quality of the interaction and preparation of the case has been inclusive. Carolyn Lowe has understood the nuances of my case and has the ability and skill to utilise this to my legal advantage. Her knowledge of medical litigation has been excellent.'
‘Catherine Bell is first-rate. She is extremely bright, thorough, tenacious and has an amazing ability to cut to the heart of a case. She's a formidable practitioner with a great reputation.’
‘Very supportive team with good knowledge of clinical negligence.’
'A well-organised team running complex clinical negligence cases efficiently.'
'Catherine Bell is knowledgeable with an excellent feel for strategy.'
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Catherine Bell
Lucy Habgood
Practice head
Carolyn Lowe
Other key lawyers
Lynne Foster; Lucy Habgood; Catherine Bell; Katie Shaw