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Clarke Willmott LLP

Clinical Negligence: Mainly Claimant

UK Guide 2026 : South West

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Clarke Willmott LLP

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Clinical Negligence: Mainly Claimant - South West

Band 2

What the Team is Known For

Clarke Willmott has a clinical negligence team with practitioners based in Bristol and Taunton. The team is noted for handling a range of complex matters, including paediatric brain injury cases and claims relating to delayed diagnosis of medical conditions. It receives regular instructions on maximum severity birth injury and has further expertise in meningitis cases. The firm is well placed to handle orthopaedic claims and also provides representation in fatality inquests.

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Strengths

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  • What distinguishes them is the personalised care they offer clients with life-changing injuries. They are not only empathetic and caring, but have a proven track record in this field.

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  • We were kept fully informed and up to date at every stage in the process, and they were always available to discuss things through when we required further explanation or understanding of any issues.

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  • They always provide in-depth information about every step and are happy to explain things in a manner that all would understand. They have provided a lot of support and are very empathetic.

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  • The team were incredibly motivated and always put my needs first, which instilled confidence in me.

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Notable Practitioners

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  • Kerry Fifield
    Kerry Fifield

    Kerry Fifield

    Kerry Fifield is acknowledged for her expertise in issues of negligent care, failure in diagnosis and birth injuries. She also focuses on meningitis-related cases.

    • Kerry is thorough, detail-oriented, compassionate, kind and supportive. Her presentation and communication ensures complete confidence in her ability to get the job done.

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  • Marguarita Tyne
    Marguarita Tyne

    Marguarita Tyne

    Marguarita Tyne is noted for her representation of claimants in catastrophic injury cases, fertility claims and meningitis cases.

    • Marguarita is everything you could need in a solicitor and I wouldn’t hesitate to recommend her.

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  • James Edmondson
    James Edmondson

    James Edmondson

    James Edmondson advises clients in connection with matters such as amputation cases and complications arising from surgery.

    • James is on top of all the legal and medical stuff but also just calm and unflappable. He has very good judgement and is a reassuring presence.

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    • James has been professional, knowledgeable, approachable and efficient.

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    • I really don’t think we could have found a better person to work on our case than James.

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  • Vanessa Harris
    Vanessa Harris

    Vanessa Harris

    Vanessa Harris is an experienced senior associate who is skilled in handling complex claims such as delayed diagnosis and amputations.

    • Vanessa was very professional and managed my expectations excellently.

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    • Vanessa is extremely knowledgeable in the field of clinical negligence and is dedicated to getting the best results for her clients. She is empathetic and pragmatic, and can think strategically.

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    • I couldn't ask for a better solicitor. I would highly recommend this amazing lady.

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