Weightmans LLP

Sam joined Weightmans in 2013 and has over 13 years of experience in healthcare law and the resolution of disputes. Sam advises NHS Trusts, NHS Resolution, the Department of Health, and private practitioners on a wide range of health related legal services with a particular emphasis on resolving disputes. Sam has handled cases with values exceeding £10 million and with attached periodical payments.

He is recognised as a practical lawyer and has a reputation for dealing with disputes pragmatically and sensibly. He is an advocate of alternative methods of dispute resolution and manages the Global Resolution Scheme on behalf of NHS Resolution.

Sam has a niche specialism in claims arising from disease infection following blood transfusion and organ transplant. He advises organisations on consumer protection law and has represented the NHS and Department of Health in group actions.

Alongside his healthcare case load, Sam deals with public and administrative law and is instructed by a significant core participant in the Infected Blood Inquiry.

Sam regularly presents to NHS organisations on safety and learning issues.