Browne Jacobson LLP‘s clinical negligence practice is noted for its ’excellent strength in depth’, representing NHS Resolution and the Medical Protection Society in highly complex matters, including the recent Supreme Court case of Paul v Royal Wolverhampton NHS Trust, a group action claim which saw deputy head of the department Jonathan Fuggle act for two of the NHS defendants. National practice head Lorna Hardman typically advises on fatal or catastrophic brain and spinal injury claims, while Ian Long has over two decades of experience in cognitive injury and rehabilitation cases. Sian Brown leads the department’s maternal division, and specialises in claims involving obstetrics, maternal accidents and fatal births.

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Testimonials

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  • ‘Browne Jacobson have excellent strength in depth. From top to bottom the team is full of talented people. Working with the firm is extremely easy and the solicitors are universally likeable.’

  • ‘The team is very efficient at handling all aspects of healthcare defence including providing a range of respected experts and expert electronic case handling.’

  • ‘The team has extensive experience handling a wide range of clinical negligence cases, including complex, high-value, and sensitive claims. They thoroughly investigate claims, gathering all relevant information and evidence, and working closely with independent medical experts to assess liability and causation.’

  • 'The team is extremely approachable and supportive. It excels at providing timely and good quality advice. The team always demonstrates an in-depth knowledge of every case.'

Key clients

  • Medical Protection Society
  • NHS Resolution
  • Circle/BMI
  • Nottingham University Hospitals NHS Trust
  • Walsall Healthcare NHS Trust
  • CNA Hardy
  • Locktons
  • University Hospitals of Derby and Burton NHS Foundation Trust
  • Essex Partnership University NHS Trust
  • University Hospital of Dorset NHS Foundation Trust

Practice head

The lawyer(s) leading their teams.

Lorna Hardman

Other key lawyers

Ian Long, Jonathan Fuggle, Sian Brown