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Irwin Mitchell

Personal Injury: Mainly Claimant

UK Guide 2026 : South West

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The department is the pre-eminent force in the personal injury arena across the South West region and our leading Personal Injury team are renowned for their expertise in catastrophic injury cases, particularly those involving brain and spinal cord injury, amputation injuries, serious polytrauma , fatalities and work place illness. The team achieves regular multi- million pound settlements and maintains a commitment to prioritising early, specialist rehabilitation for our vulnerable clients. We provide expert legal advice to our clients in relation to all aspects of their claim and regularly work with our specialist colleagues in other departments in order to provide tailored and holistic legal advice for all our clients.

Both of the lead partners in the Personal Injury Department have been ranked as ‘Leaders in their Field’ for many years.

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Personal Injury: Mainly Claimant - South West

Band 1

What the Team is Known For
Irwin Mitchell is a substantial nationwide practice fielding deep expertise in workplace accident claims, RTAs, brain injuries and psychological damage, including PTSD. The group also acts on cases relating to traumatic amputations and offers specialist support in Court of Protection matters and rehabilitation.
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  • The firm instruct the right experts and right counsel in complex claims and is able to, from the outset, identify cases where detailed input is likely to be required.

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  • Irwin Mitchell is extremely responsive and attentive.

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  • Irwin Mitchell has highly experienced, knowledgeable lawyers with excellent communication skills.

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  • Irwin Mitchell is professional and empathetic with clients who have sustaining life changing injuries.

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  • Irwin Mitchell are amazing at what they do. I’ve never had to worry about anything since my accident in terms of finances, they hit the mark every time.

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Notable Practitioners

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  • James P Davies
    James P Davies

    James P Davies

    James Davies' work portfolio covers RTAs and accidents at work, often acting on high-stakes amputations and brain injuries.

    • James is a fantastic gentleman. He is incredibly understanding and makes the effort to walk me through difficult to understand documents and procedures.

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    • James provides excellent care for both the claimant and the litigation friend, as well as superior expertise on highly complex situations.

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    • James Davies is an exceptional lawyer who has the expertise, competence and wisdom required to handle complex cases which he expertly balances with a person-centred and empathetic approach.

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