JMW Solicitors LLP
The ‘very capable team of highly experienced litigators’ at JMW Solicitors LLP, based in Manchester, is experienced handling a broad-range of litigation matters for claimants, including package travel-related, direct right of action, and cross-border workplace accident claims, which are often of a sensitive and complex nature. Its caseload ranges from sexual assault claims, to less severe injuries, to fatal accidents. Team lead Joanne Brine has expertise in cross-border and international work and is noted as being ’adored by clients for her empathy and always-sound judgement’.
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‘A very capable team of highly experienced litigators with particular expertise in maritime cases.’
‘Joanne Brine is a very experienced litigator with a comprehensive knowledge of the sector, excellent client care skills and particular expertise in dealing with vulnerable clients. Natasha Ross is a highly experienced litigator, down-to-earth, an excellent communicator and well-regarded by lay clients.’
‘A dedicated claimant personal injury practice with excellent leadership and a superb market product at the intersection of leisure industry and cross-border claims work.’
‘Joanne Brine has understated, but highly effective leadership skills honed through years of experience at the highest level; she is adored by clients for her empathy and always-sound judgement. She knows what works and she achieves results.’
‘Joanne Brine is a very talented lawyer with deep knowledge of the travel law business.’
‘The team has many experienced practitioners who are well-versed in all jurisdiction with links with foreign lawyers and medics, which ensures that their cases run smoothly.’
‘Joanne Brine is exceptional in her approach to cases and in her knowledge of the industry.’
‘The practice is very professional and accessible.'
Work highlights
- Representing the parents of a child who tragically drowned in a hotel pool during a family holiday to Greece in their allegations of failure to provide lifeguards to the area.
- Acting for a Dutch national injured during a beach horse hack in Wales who is claiming against a dog owner and stables; he now has incomplete paraplegia as a consequence of a buck, which occurred because of a loose dog on the beach which chased the horse.
- Represented the claimant who contracted Salmonella food poisoning on a package holiday to the Dominican Republic which led to the rare development of a knee issue requiring a replacement, which left him severely disabled; a £750k settlement was reached.
Lawyers
Leading individuals
Practice head
The lawyer(s) leading their teams.
Joanne Brine