Praised for its blend of ‘expertise, commercialism and dependability’, Browne Jacobson LLP is turned to by leading regional and national firms for its robust solicitors professional negligence practice. Jonathan Newbold leads the national practice, while Exeter-based Gary Oldroyd oversees the South West offering, leveraging extensive expertise in defending high-value claims against lawyers. Oldroyd is joined by Claire Cornish and Danielle De Val, who specialise in the defence of negligence claims, as well as providing comprehensive policy coverage advice. The ’brilliant’ Nicholas Saunders comes recommended for defending claims involving financial professionals and solicitors, as well as handling insurance coverage disputes.
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‘Browne Jacobson always places a very heavy focus on the clients' needs. Lawyering is never an end in itself, but there to achieve the very best result for the client. There is a very strong team ethic with strong collaboration up and down the levels of seniority. It is also a very friendly, mutually supportive work environment.’
‘Gary Oldroyd: wise, astute, intuitive and brilliant. Gary runs the very biggest cases, all with calmness and courage.'
- 'Nicholas Saunders: always punches above his weight. A wise head on young shoulders. A brilliant strategist and thinker. A real team player.’
‘Experienced team in solicitors professional negligence claims. The team demonstrate expertise, commercialism and dependability.’
‘Gary Oldroyd is responsive, dependable, knowledgeable.’
‘The team at Browne Jacobson truly are exceptional. Their offering is best in service, active communication with clients, a tenacity to want the best for the client and when required, a ferocity in ensuring the wanted outcome.'
‘Gary Oldroyd is respected by all clients and a clear and effective communicator. Gary ensures clients are continually trusting of his work, even in times of possible crises for their business.'
- 'Claire Cornish is a leading practitioner, a great communicator, and credible option for any client. Claire is articulate, efficient and puts her client and their needs at the forefront, each and every time.'
- 'Gary Oldroyd and Sarah Cornish: good operators.'
- 'Gary Oldroyd has excellent technical capabilities and power of analysis of key issues. '
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Leading partners
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Practice head
Jonathan Newbold; Gary Oldroyd
Other key lawyers
Claire Cornish; Danielle De Val; Nicholas Saunders