Trethowans LLP (part of Lawfront)‘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
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- ‘James Braund is a first-rate lawyer with sound judgment. He is tactically savvy and very astute. Frances Gillette is a rising star: she is excellent with clients.’
- ‘The firm consistently delivers first-rate client care. They strike a key balance between legal excellence and empathy for clients. They adopt a collaborative approach to litigation, and it achieves brilliant results. ’
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.
Practice head
John Hall
Other key lawyers
Gavin Lane; Chris Whiteley; James Braund; Frances Gillett