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Hugh James

Professional Negligence

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Hugh James

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Professional Negligence - Wales

Band 1

What the Team is Known For
Hugh James has an experienced team of lawyers representing private clients, businesses and companies in claims brought against solicitors and accountants. The team handles claims relating to negligent advice, personal injury, pension schemes and negligent preparation of corporate tax accounts.
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Work Highlights

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  • Hugh James acted for the administrator of Transform Medical in a claim against its solicitors, BLM, regarding BLM’s alleged failure to advise Transform to disclose the fact that some claimants in the PIP breast implant litigation group were not insured for the litigation.

Strengths

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  • They were clinically organised, hugely knowledgeable, acted with exemplary integrity and were always focused on what was needed.

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  • The team were excellent - they combined genuine care and support with sharp legal expertise and a tough, determined approach.

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  • Hugh James has a great team which goes above and beyond.

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Notable Practitioners

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  • Abigail Flanagan
    Abigail Flanagan

    Abigail Flanagan

    Abigail Flanagan advises on an array of negligence claims against solicitors, medical professionals and accountants. She also bolsters her practice with experience in pension litigation.

    • Abigail is a highly impressive professional.

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    • Abigail is sharp, articulate and quick-thinking, with a legal intellect that commands respect.

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  • Kevin O’Brien
    Kevin O’Brien

    Kevin O’Brien

    Kevin O’Brien regularly represents financial institutions and private clients in negligence claims against solicitors. He is adept in bringing claims in relation to corporate transactions.

    • He is very professional, always kept us informed, is happy to help with any queries and responds promptly.

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    • Kevin is an excellent lawyer.

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  • Richard Locke
    Richard Locke

    Richard Locke

    Richard Locke is head of the firm's dispute resolution team. He is an experienced litigator who deftly handles claims relating to legal, clinical and accountancy negligence.
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