The clinical negligence department at Bindmans LLP is noted for its ‘high level of expertise’ in a spectrum of matters. Along with complex birth and maternal injuries, the team is adept in a host of other litigation areas, including delayed diagnosis, serious injuries as a result of self-harm, novel conditions, and psychiatric claims, as well as cognitive injuries and issues arising from rare conditions. Jon Crocker is highlighted for his ’skilled grasp of the key expert issues’ during claims pertaining to cognitive, surgical and amputation injuries, as well as pediatric matters. Alla Murphy is active in various psychiatric, orthopedic and catastrophic psychiatric disputes, as well as group claims. ‘Absolutely committed to her clients’, Siobhan Kelly is noted for her approach to clients in cognitive, surgical, and psychiatric claims. Sally-Jean Nicholes holds over 30 years of experience in birth, anesthetic, paramedic and fatal injuries claims. Yagmur Ekici is frequently active in disputes encompassing head and birth injuries.
Testimonials
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‘The firm has an overall reputation for excellence in the claimant market ’
‘Sally-Jean Nicholes is highly experienced, compassionate and committed solicitor with a wealth of knowledge which sets her apart from her peers.’
'Very thorough, professional and have demonstrated a high level of expertise in conducting our case, while remaining very personable throughout.’
‘The team is competent to the full satisfaction of the client. They work as a team and this increases their efficiency.’
‘Individuals at Bindmans take time to listen to clients. I am proud to testify that Jonathan Crooker who heads the department is superb. He is a very efficient lawyer. His teams is also quite active. Always when the head displays efficiency, the same is reflected among members of his team.’‘A very committed team. Concerned to do all they can to get the right result rather than simply being a practice motivated by PEP. ’
‘Siobhan Kelly is absolutely committed to her clients. Always on top of the detail and looking at strategy. A good manner with Defendants but taking such good care of her clients - and a joy to work with.'
‘This firm provides a bespoke and considered approach to their cases. They have a long history of dealing with clinical negligence cases and this means that they have access to first class experts and have a grounded approach to cases.’
‘Jon Crocker is a first rate solicitor: he adopts a quiet, effective methodical approach to preparing his cases. The client's goals are always at the centre of his approach. He has a skilled grasp of the key expert issues that arise in these difficult cases.'
Lawyers
Practice head
The lawyer(s) leading their teams.
Jon Crocker