The ‘thorough and dedicated team’ at GA Solicitors is well versed in a wide range of cases, from acting against the Ministry of Defence, to bringing claims against councils for breaches of duty, to representing employees against negligent employers. Matthew Sheather has an ’excellent eye for figures’, and heads up both the personal injury and clinical negligence practices. James Walsh, who oversees the industrial disease group, is ‘unmatched locally in his chosen specialism’.

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Testimonials

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  • ‘The solicitor team were brilliant in everything, they worked together, it's a really great team, they supported and helped me in everything. They always informed me of what was happening and the various next steps. I have never had any problems because they were always very clear in everything and always with such kindness, professionalism and humanity.’

  • ‘I chose my solicitor because he was immediately an honest person with a big heart and in a moment of so much pain he was sensitive and supported me in my difficulties and helped a lot. Even after many difficulties that arose along the way, he never thought of giving up but always moved forward with new investigations. I felt safe and protected and I never thought I had made a mistake in choosing the solicitor.'

  • 'If I ever need it again in the future both for myself and for someone I know it will always be GA Solicitors without doubts. Honesty, heart, humanity and professionalism are 10/10, you couldn't ask for more.’

  • ‘Thorough and dedicated team.’

  • ‘The team at GA bring years of experience in various area of personal injury litigation. Locally the level of expertise is unparalleled and they are growing their team with excellent young prospects.’

  • ‘Matthew Sheather is an excellent lawyer who always goes the extra mile. Excellent eye for figures and obtains exceptional results for clients. James Walsh - someone who is unmatched locally in his chosen specialism.'

  • 'Kevin Digby is a solicitor with employer liability specialism who really does have the employee at heart.'
  • 'Harry Smyth has lots of experience and brings a calm and assured manner to the team.'

Practice head

The lawyer(s) leading their teams.

Matthew Sheather, James Walsh

Other key lawyers

Kevin Digby, Harry Smyth