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Trethowans LLP

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Trethowans LLP‘s team is recognised for its expertise in high-value, complex catastrophic injury cases, including brain, spinal and amputation injuries, as well as asbestos-related diseases and cross-border claims. The practice is led by John Hall, who specialises in asbestos-related cases, such as mesothelioma, asbestosis and pleural thickening, while Gavin Lane and James Braund focus on catastrophic injuries, including those involving multiple fractures, and have experience in complex employers’ liability cases. Braund also handles motor cases and mandates with trans-jurisdictional elements, earning praise for being ’tactically savvy and very astute’.
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Testimonials

Collated independently by Legal 500 research team.

  • ‘Trethowans offer a premium service for a regional practice. They have a good range of experience and expertise across the team and the ability to handle claims and catastrophic injury. They have a good range of modern offices spread across the south coast, enabling easy access to clients and making good use of video technology to link to the necessary expertise.’

  • ‘Chris Whiteley has great expertise in catastrophic injury claims, bringing over his experience high high-value clinical negligence claims. He combines considerable common sense with an ability to work proactively with opponents.'

  • 'James Braund is an experienced litigator in complex, trans-jurisdictional and high-value claims. He combines sound case preparation with common sense and an ability to inspire confidence in his clients.'
  • 'John Hall has very long experience and proven ability in handling claims for industrial disease, particularly those of mesothelioma.'
  • 'Frances Gillett is a rising star with a dogged determination to pursue their rights of her clients, even against difficult opponents.’

  • ‘The partners are very strong performers with a track record of bringing through excellent trainees and junior associates. The firm has an upbeat and friendly feel that appeals to clients.’

Work highlights

Advised on a complex claim for a client seriously injured in a tree-felling accident, resulting in a complete spinal cord injury, involving indemnity issues and novel legal arguments.
Acting for a claimant who suffered significant polytrauma and a brain injury in an RTA, securing primary liability admission, addressing contributory negligence issues, and putting in place a significant rehabilitation package.
Acting for the family of a deceased worker in a fatal accident claim, securing a settlement after proceedings were issued, with investigations revealing faulty construction, and the employers denying fault throughout, ultimately leading to a resolution via a virtual JSM.

Practice head

John Hall

Other key lawyers

Gavin Lane; Chris Whiteley; James Braund; Frances Gillett