Known for its distinctive public sector focus, Weightmans LLP‘s ’dedicated and thoughtful‘ team handles numerous inquests and HSE investigations, notably acting for the North West Ambulance Service, British Transport Police, and Partnership Caring. Dewi Ap-Thomas co-leads the practice alongside the ’incredibly experienced‘ David Lewis from the Liverpool office. Ap-Thomas has extensive experience in representing energy and retail clients, and councils, while Lewis routinely handles health and safety enforcement actions for both private sector construction and petrochemical clients, and NHS trusts. Rosanne McNeil specialises in public inquiries, often advising clients on Martyn’s Law, and criminal investigations following health and safety incidents.
Testimonials
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‘The team are dedicated and thoughtful in their interactions - they have been sensitive to the nature of the trauma and distress. These have been matched with knowledge and expertise. which has meant that all who have had support have felt safe and confident in their discussions. They are market leaders in this area, with excellent experience and committed, clever lawyers.’
‘Weightmans has a deep understanding of their clients' needs, including reputational issues and the need to protect the public purse. They cover the full range of health and safety and personal injury work. They represent clients in the full range of personal injury litigation, from slips and trips to injuries of the most catastrophic nature.’
‘Dewi Ap-Thomas is a great leader. They are very responsive and knowledgeable about the make up of their client's businesses, have a really strong bench and the juniors are bright and smart.'
‘Rosanne McNeil is a standout rising star who has the ability to become a market leader and force to be reckoned with.’
‘Dewi Ap-Thomas is urbane, sophisticated and knows when to delegate to manage matters effectively. David Lewis is incredibly experienced, charismatic and leaves clients with a feeling of experienced the best. ’
‘The team is highly regarded, especially in the healthcare space. It has strength in depth and resources cases at the right level.’
‘The team at Weightmans have been flawless from the very beginning. The advice, support and assurance received from the whole team has been impeccable, with seamless communication with me and within their internal team. I would wholeheartedly recommend them to all.’
- ‘Dewi Ap-Thomas has been exceptional, providing excellent guidance and support throughout, going well above and beyond the input and effort expected. He is very caring, dependable, focused and razor sharp. Rosanne McNeil is hugely impressive and has a bright future ahead of her.’
Key clients
- Zurich EON PLC
- North West Ambulance Service
- Greater Manchester Combined Authority
- Liverpool City Council
- Lancashire County Council
- British Transport Police
- Cambridgeshire Constabulary
- Partnership Caring
Work highlights
- Representing a scout leader following the death of a scout in 2018. The deceased was on a scout’s trip up the Great Orme when he tragically fell to his death.
- Representing Liverpool City Council Environmental Health Office department as the respondent to appeal proceedings lodged by two companies within the Britannia Hotel Group.
- Advising Liverpool City Council Environmental Health Office on the inquest into the death of an individual who tragically died when they were fatally crushed by a wardrobe at the Adelphi Hotel in Liverpool.
Lawyers
Practice head
The lawyer(s) leading their teams.
Dewi Ap-Thomas, David Lewis