The clinical negligence team at Thompsons Solicitors LLP is led by Victoria Gofton, who has more than 20 years of experience in birth injury mandates. The team is well versed in a spectrum of complex clinical negligence disputes, such as birth-related matters, surgical accidents, clinical misdiagnosis and misadvice. Nicola Saunders is noted for her expertise in high-value claims, while Samantha Hemsley has a track record in disputes pertaining to serious injuries. Other key figures include the ‘hugely talented’ Gwen Kirby-Dent.
Testimonials
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‘The team at Thompsons were all faultless in the way they conducted themselves. They supported my family and I through a most arduous process, with professionalism, kindness and understanding and we are forever grateful to them. They are an efficient and effective team who work as a very united and effective driving force.’
‘Gwen Kirby-Dent is a truly special solicitor who stands out in what she does and in the way she does it. Gwen could not have been more supportive in every way and was the game changer when needed. Gwen truly fought for our daughter and lead us through this most arduous of processes, to a just and positive conclusion, where many others before her had failed. We are eternally grateful to Gwen and the team at Thompsons Solicitors.’
‘Really strong clinical negligence team going from strength to strength. Hugely impressive expertise in this sector and strong and large team across multiple locations across the UK including Scotland (enabling them to engage in cross-jurisdictional group clin neg litigation e.g. vaginal mesh (consent) clinical negligence claims in recent years.’
‘Linda Millband and Gwen Kirby-Dent are both hugely talented individuals with outstanding experience and expertise.’
Practice head
The lawyer(s) leading their teams.
Victoria Gofton