Led by Fiona Follis, Thomson Snell & Passmore excels at brain injury work, with expertise spanning a range of mandates, including bowel and orthopaedic cases. Graham Bell advises both adults and children affected by brain trauma, while Oliver Chapman ‘combines exceptional legal expertise with genuine care’ in handling audio-vestibular, spinal and psychiatric injuries, with further expertise in functional neurological disorders. Jonathan Herbert is another key contact in the practice and leads on asbestos and chemical poisoning claims.
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Testimonials
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- ‘James Cahan is an excellent solicitor, bright, thorough and bags of good sense.’
- ‘What sets this practice apart is the rare mix of expertise and genuine care. From the very start, I felt safe, supported, and truly listened to. Oliver Chapman and the team are not only highly knowledgeable in brain injury litigation, but they also understand the people behind the cases. They explain everything with clarity, patience, and empathy.'
- ‘Oliver Chapman combines exceptional legal expertise with genuine care. He brings clarity to a complex and overwhelming process, and does so with real empathy and patience. From the outset, he created a sense of trust and calm—something that’s invaluable during such a difficult time.
- ‘This is a very good regional team with individuals who really care.’
- ‘The team really go the extra mile for their clients whilst providing sensible and appropriate advice and managing expectations.’
- ‘Graham Bell has incredible attention to detail and a straightforward manner with clients. He is very easy to work with and you know he will be on top of the case at all times.'
- ‘A very strong team delivering excellent results for clients.’
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 Follis
Other key lawyers
Oliver Chapman; James Cahan; Graham Bell; Jonathan Herbert