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The clinical negligence group at Penningtons Manches is regarded as one of the leading specialist medical negligence teams in the country. Our solicitors cover London, Guildford, Basingstoke, Cambridge, Oxford and Reading but see clients nationwide.

We provide advice in relation to injury or loss suffered as a result of any type of treatment by doctors, nurses and other healthcare professionals, whether in the course of NHS or private treatment. We have particular expertise in complex injury cases and dealing with clinical malpractice claims on behalf of children or those who lack capacity.

Initial advice is offered free of charge and without obligation. This can include guidance provided by telephone, a visit from one of our specialist solicitors or a review of your documents. We offer various forms of funding, including legal aid and no win no fee (conditional fee) agreements. Our team aims to ensure that you receive maximum compensation while minimising the legal costs involved.

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What the Team is Known For

Penningtons Manches Cooper is a distinguished practice that has a respected team with a depth of expertise and a sizeable bench of junior lawyers. It handles birth injury claims, including cerebral palsy cases and delayed diagnosis claims. Other areas of strength include orthopaedic cases and negligent gynaecological and cosmetic surgery matters. The firm regularly acts on claims concerning ophthalmic-related mandates. Its lawyers are based in the firm's Guildford and Basingstoke offices.

Strengths

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The team provided an excellent level of written communication, keeping me fully informed and enabling me to make decisions based on a thorough presentation of pros and cons of various options.

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They were extremely helpful, professional, descriptive and understanding during our claim. I couldn’t have been happier with the level of expertise shown.

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They are a very professional team with a balanced approach to the sensitive issues that arise. They are extremely professional, organised and very competent.

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There is real expertise at every level, through the partners and senior associates to the recently qualified lawyers and trainees.

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Notable Practitioners

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Alison Appelboam-Meadows
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Alison Appelboam-Meadows heads the practice in the firm's Basingstoke office. She is highly regarded for her notable expertise in complex clinical negligence cases including claims involving neonatal injuries and delay in diagnosis, as well as surgical negligence.

She always kept us up to date with everything and was always attentive to our situation and understanding.

Alison is very experienced, knowledgeable and efficient.

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Philippa Luscombe
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Philippa Luscombe
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Based in Guildford, Philippa Luscombe possesses significant experience with claims involving delay in diagnosis and negligent treatment and surgery. She has extensive expertise in neurosurgical cases, including spinal and brain injury cases.

Philippa is caring and extremely competent.

Philippa is a highly diligent and focused solicitor who gets great results.

I cannot recommend Philippa more highly.

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Stephanie Code
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Stephanie Code is a prominent clinical negligence lawyer with notable experience in cerebral palsy claims and severe injury cases stemming from surgical negligence.

Stephanie is extremely committed to supporting her clients' best interests.

Stephanie is delightful. She does not shy away from difficult cases and knows what she is about, which is that she is excellent and gets on well with clients.

Stephanie does a great job.

Stephanie has provided us with first-class client service while demonstrating empathy and a strong commercial attitude to evaluating and presenting the claim.

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Alison Johnson
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Alison Johnson is acknowledged for her ability in handling cases concerning delay and misdiagnosis of cancer. She also represents clients in ophthalmic and gynaecological claims.

Alison has a hugely effective combination of intelligence, empathy and sound judgement.

Alison is extremely professional, with a beautiful personality that shines through and puts her clients at ease.

Alison is a very good and effective litigator.

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Emma Beeson
Emma Beeson
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Emma Beeson advises clients on gynaecological and urogynaecological claims, as well as delay in diagnosis and treatment cases. She is based in the firm's Basingstoke office.

Emma Beeson is a generational talent. She is extremely intelligent, focused and compassionate.

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Victoria Johnson
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Victoria Johnson acts for clients on a variety of issues. She advises on matters including those relating to surgical errors, cerebral palsy and stillbirths.

Victoria provided an amazing level of service. She made me feel looked after and that she had the best for me in mind.

Victoria Johnson is a very accomplished operator. She is tactically astute and a shrewd negotiator.

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Alison Appelboam-Meadows
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Philippa Luscombe
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Philippa Luscombe
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Stephanie Code
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Alison Johnson
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Emma Beeson
Emma Beeson
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Victoria Johnson
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