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Irwin Mitchell

Clinical Negligence: Mainly Claimant

UK Guide 2026 : South West

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The department covers a wide range of complex, and high value clinical negligence cases for Bristol and the South West and South Wales. The team has particular experience in birth injury, spinal cord injury and fatal claims, providing inquest representation for families. 

The department is also enhanced and supported by the Bristol based Court of Protection team, who provide financial deputyships and support with all aspects of damages management, as well as the Public Law team, who provide assistance to clients in relation to social care, health and educational issues.

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Clinical Negligence: Mainly Claimant - South West

Band 2

What the Team is Known For

Irwin Mitchell has a skilled team in Bristol handling clinical negligence claims. It acts on matters involving brain injury and delay in diagnosis of medical conditions, including cancer. The team also acts in claims for birth and neonatal injuries, orthopaedic and amputation cases and fatal claims.

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Strengths

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  • The team are experts in their fields who communicate well with clients and are down to earth. They've shown compassion from the first phone call and through the entire procedure.

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  • A knowledgeable and approachable team that also has a strong focus on providing rehabilitation and support for clients.

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  • A very bright and experienced team who are seen as leaders in their field. It is a well-run and efficient set-up with a focus on excellence.

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  • Their down-to-earth but very professional, caring dialogue makes you feel like you're part of a family. They are superb and know what you want before you do, giving answers not problems.

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Notable Practitioners

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  • Julie Lewis
    Julie Lewis

    Julie Lewis

    Julie Lewis heads the clinical negligence practice in Bristol. She is a highly regarded lawyer who assists claimants in high-value catastrophic birth injury and delay in diagnosis claims.

    • Julie is not only excellent at what she does but is kind, caring and empathetic. She has always made time to speak with me if I ever have any queries or concerns.

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    • Julie is a top-tier lawyer who has a huge amount of experience in the most serious and high-value cases. A real star.

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    • Julie is a top lawyer who has a wealth of knowledge and experience that guides her. She keeps up to date in her field and I feel confident under her guidance.

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    • Julie is an expert in her field and extremely knowledgeable. Her ability to unpick complex cases is reflected in her determination to get the best outcomes for families.

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  • James Pink
    James Pink

    James Pink

    James Pink has a great deal of experience representing individuals who have suffered injury due to clinical negligence. His expertise includes delays in cancer diagnoses and surgical negligence cases.

    • James is hard-working and very friendly.

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    • I have found James professional and knowledgeable.

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  • Luke Trevorrow
    Luke Trevorrow

    Luke Trevorrow

    Luke Trevorrow specialises in matters such as delay in cancer diagnosis, spinal and brain injury, and orthopaedic claims.

    • Luke has an impressive intellect and a huge amount of experience in clinical negligence. His local knowledge of NHS trusts and health boards gives him a real advantage.

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    • Luke is approachable and knowledgeable. I am confident that he provides a good service to his clients.

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