Weightmans LLP’s Leeds team is well-regarded for its depth of experience in defending serious and sensitive personal injury claims. The team advises on matters ranging from complex large loss and fatal accidents to social care, public liability, and motor claims. Charles Heppenstall and Blaise Smith lead on high-value and catastrophic injury cases, with Lindsay Staddon offering particular expertise in spinal, brain, and amputation claims. Helen Brown and Hannah Beddis focus on public sector and social care work, supporting local authorities across a wide range of issues.
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Testimonials

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  • ‘Charles Heppenstall is superb. He has a calm strategic ability matched by few others. Nothing phases him and I have no doubt that he passes his immense knowledge of Defendant Personal Injury matters on to his team.’

  • ‘Charles Heppenstall is the stand-out individual.'

  • ‘Charles Heppenstall, Partner, Weightmans Leeds, is a highly sought after solicitor in high value catastrophic injury claims, acting for Defendants. He is able to apply a forensic and commercial approach to his caseload which leads to excellent results for his clients.’

  • ‘The Weightmans team are highly professional but at the same time are very personable and approachable. They are extremely engaging and are always on hand to offer their advice and expert opinion. The team has consistently provided us with outstanding legal support and guidance across various complex matters.'

  • ‘Hannah Beddis from the Leeds office has the ability to be able to explain and communicate matters in a way that is easily understandable.'

  • ‘Weightmans (Yorkshire) are a serious and dedicated team of professionals who provide excellent support and service to insurers and their client.’

Key clients

  • Zurich
  • AIG Europe
  • AXAXL Insurance
  • PwC (Chester Street Holdings)
  • Municipal Mutual Insurance
  • Tesco Underwriting
  • HDI Global
  • Gallagher Bassett
  • Hundreds of Local Authorities and Police Authorities
  • Hiscox Insurance
  • Esure Insurance
  • Prometheus Insurance

Practice head

Blaise Smith; Charles Heppenstall; Hannah Beddis; Helen Brown; Lindsay Staddon