Personal Injury: Mainly Defendant - Scotland
Band 4
What the Team is Known For
Anderson Strathern handles a wide variety of cases on behalf of defenders, including catastrophic injury and employers' and public liability claims, as well as both high and low-value RTA cases. The team is known for its work with the Scottish Government and prison services, and its client roster also includes insurers and liability adjusters. It draws on expertise from other departments to offer clients a full-service approach. The group is experienced in appearing at all levels of court and also provides post-compensation advice including personal injury trusts and guardianships.
Strengths
They have a particular skill set for dealing with public sector clients. They are wonderful to work with.
They acknowledge the nuances in a case and adopt a proactive, strategic approach, ensuring that their handling of matters is both effective and aligned with the client’s objectives.
They have an understanding of client objectives and sensitivities and are well able to handle large amounts of documentation.
Notable practitioners
Sarah Phillips offers particular strength in workplace-related claims, including psychiatric injury and occupational disease. She also advises on cases involving serious injury and fatalities arising from RTAs.
Sarah is tough yet practical and fair.
Sarah is a safe pair of hands for any client as she knows her stuff back to front and is personable yet ruthless. It's a great combination.
Sarah's depth of knowledge of her clients' organisations and needs is exceptional.
Lucy Thornton assists governmental bodies with the defence of personal injury claims, including employers' and public liability cases.
I have found Lucy to be highly professional, knowledgeable and proactive in her approach to cases.
Lucy is an exceptional associate. She understands her cases, her clients' needs and how to achieve the best results for them.
She has a real understanding of how litigation for public bodies is different. She makes sure the litigation is economically sensible but also civil-minded.
