The ‘first-rate’ medical negligence team at Irwin Mitchell has established a strong reputation in the South West, representing claimants in a wide range of high-value catastrophic injury cases. In Bristol, practice head Julie Lewis is regarded as a ’standout star’, with a robust specialism in birth injury matters. Luke Trevorrow is noted for his work in group action litigation, representing clients in claims against both NHS and private healthcare providers, while Elise Burvill has expertise in delays in cancer diagnosis and fatal psychiatric cases. James Pink leverages ‘excellent client care skills’ across a wide spectrum of injury claims, often involving complex surgical injuries and stomas.
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Testimonials
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‘The Bristol team is one of the strongest clinical negligence teams in the city. Their strong legal knowledge, combined with excellent client care skills makes them hard to beat.’
‘James Pink is standout. His legal knowledge rivals that of any barrister and he has excellent client care skills, particularly for those with life-changing injuries.’
‘First-rate team with an impressive array of talent. They undertake the most valuable and complex work and get great results. The depth of experience across the team means they really are at the top of the tree both locally and nationally. Highly recommended.’
‘Julie Lewis is incredibly impressive. She combines a first-rate legal mind with a huge range of experience which she is able to pass on to her team. She is a standout star.'
'Luke Trevorrow is a highly effective lawyer and very well-regarded. He is sensible in his approach and gets impressive results. He is a pleasure to work for.'
‘Potential clients would be greeted with warmth, honesty and a team that works seamlessly together. They are personal in their approach, confident in their process yet able to make me feel empowered (despite my total lack of legal knowledge previously). I am grateful to have chosen them.’
‘Julie Lewis is always friendly and listens to my wishes, she is water-tight in her medical negligence knowledge and stays up-to-date with new advances/changes in the field, she is efficient and she is able to adapt confidently where necessary. I trust her guidance and feel safe in her hands.'
'Elise Burvill is a passionate and knowledgeable member of the team. She has a brilliant memory and is able to answer all of my questions without fail. She takes time to think about my case and is careful and considerate. I feel lucky to have her on my case.'
'Luke Trevorrow - very able, relaxed with the most complicated cases, great to work with and fantastic with clients.'
'The best clinical negligence team in Bristol.'
Work highlights
Instructed to investigate a delay in diagnosis of cervical cancer by two General Practitioners and the adverse outcome on the claimant.
Instructed to investigate a failure to undertake preventative surgery after a stroke which resulted in a second fatal stroke months later.
Securing an admission of liability, interim payment and judgment against defendant trust for failings in respect of cervical screening and successful challenge to limitation defence.
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Practice head
Julie Lewis
Other key lawyers
Luke Trevorrow; Elise Burvill; James Pink