Weightmans LLP’s broad practice encompasses the full range of personal injury matters, including physical and psychological injury, and fraud claims. In Birmingham, David Tuck heads the occupational disease practice, while Chris Webb-Jenkins, Penelope Marshall and Henry Bermingham advise on casualty claims on behalf of the public sector and local government clients. Bruce Ralston leads the firm’s insurance and sports injuries team. Adrian Marston rejoined the firm in 2024 and has a particular focus on chronic pain and psychiatric disorder cases, while Melanie Isherwood specialises in high quantum birth injury cases and claims relating to pathology services. Yvonne Hudders and Saul Burton are also key members of the team.
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Testimonials
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- ‘Penelope Marshall is a determined and robust solicitor who deals effectively with high value catastrophic injury cases for Defendants. A fantastic eye for detail and good tactical awareness means that she is a popular choice for clients.’
‘Weightmans are the leading and go-to team for complex and sensitive public sector claims. They are well-resourced, demonstrate excellent judgement time and again, and have a team for all levels of work!’
‘Henry Bermingham is a highly skilled and robust litigator that can pick the cases to fight from an early stage. He is both media savvy and sensitive to the repetitional damage that can be caused to his clients. An all-round leader in his field.'
- 'Chris Webb-Jenkins is a very safe and knowledgeable lawyer with years of experience and great judgement.'
- ‘The team are extremely experienced in personal injury claims but also very approachable and able to provide legal advice that can be easily understood. They provide timely reports and have complete commitment to achieving the best possible outcome for their clients.'
- ‘All individuals are very friendly, approachable and willing to take the time to explain the key points of the case to you. I genuinely believe they value the relationships they have with their clients. They have always worked well with our witnesses - placing them at ease and ensuring they feel comfortable discussing details of the case. We have an excellent relationship with Henry Bermingham and Kate Wright. ’
Key clients
- AIG
- Broadspire
- Gallagher Bassett
- MMI
- Medical Defence Union
- NHSLA
- Nottinghamshire County Council
- Sandwell MBC
- Topmark Claims
- Travelers Insurance
- Warwickshire County Council
- Worcestershire County Council
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Practice head
David Tuck; Chris Webb-Jenkins; Penelope Marshall; Henry Bermingham; Bruce Ralston
Other key lawyers
Adrian Marston; Melanie Isherwood; Yvonne Hudders; Saul Burton; Kate Wright