Fieldfisher‘s comprehensive clinical negligence practice is led by ’class act‘ Jenny Urwin, an experienced specialist in brain injury with particular expertise in cases involving children. Urwin is supported by Claire Horton, who works on cases involving delayed diagnosis of brain tumours, compartment syndrome and birth injuries. Also integral to the team are child cerebral palsy specialist Lindsay Holt and Julia Hamilton, who handles catastrophic injury claims, including those involving spinal and orthopaedic injuries.

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Testimonials

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‘At Fieldfisher in Manchester, Jenny Urwin is the very best lawyer anyone could ever have as their solicitor. She’s very professional and knowledgeable in her field and her work quality is very different from others. She always makes sure you get the best outcome and prepares you for everything.’
'I wholeheartedly endorse Fieldfisher and, most especially, Lindsay Holt, who is simply brilliant at her job and a wonderful person too. She was unbelievably compassionate, understanding and sympathetic to me right from the start and never made me feel rushed or pressured. She attentively listened to my difficult story and was very patient, providing me with the time and space to express my emotions. She also had great insight into the various options available to me and, more importantly, made sure that I was clear about the process I would be taking if I chose to go ahead.'
‘Claire Horton is an amazing practitioner. Professional and empathetic. I could always contact Claire when I needed to. Her experience and friendliness made her very approachable at a very diffficult time. Claire was my solicitor for many years prior to settling my claim, if I had to go through the process again, knowing what I do now, I would choose Claire over and over again. I have complete trust in her and she is excellent at what she does. The best - in my opinion.’
'Lindsay Holt is the full package - she has the knowledge and good judgment. A delight to deal with.'
‘Jenny Urwin is a credit to the business. She is warm, approachable and extremely client focussed.’
‘Jenny Urwin is a class act.’
‘Fieldfisher are a great law firm with national coverage. Claire Horton is the most committed and zealous solicitor I know in this field, with huge skill and compassion for her clients.’
‘Very personal approach to the client's rehabilitation needs. Understanding of the competing demands from the client and family to ensure that team are able to effective support the plan. Open to feedback about priorities.’

Work highlights

Obtained a £28m settlement for a child suffering brain injury at birth due to delay in delivery.
Obtained a £19.5m lump sum settlement for the wrongful birth of a child with congenital disabilities.
Obtained a £18.8m settlement for a child with cerebral palsy following negligent management of birth by failed attempts at forceps delivery.