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Weightmans

Professional Negligence

UK Guide 2026 : North West

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Professional Negligence - North West

Band 2

What the Team is Known For
Weightmans has a respected team that regularly advises large law firms and global architecture agencies on professional negligence matters. The firm is well regarded for its expertise in the field of construction and its ability to advise on complex cases relating to that sector. The team in Manchester handles claims brought against legal professionals including barristers and arbitrators.
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Work Highlights

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  • Weightmans represented a conveyancing search provider and its insurers against a claim in the High Court brought by over 100 residents of a new-build estate.

Strengths

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  • What really distinguishes Weightmans in the industry is its dynamic, approachable and collaborative culture.

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  • The team at Weightmans understand us as a business and have a very holistic view of how the company works, so they take our risk profile into account and don't give generic advice.

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Notable Practitioners

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  • Mickaela Fox
    Mickaela Fox

    Mickaela Fox

    Mickaela Fox is experienced in handling a wide array of negligence disputes involving legal professionals.

    • Mickaela's work is excellent. She has a very technical brain and is also very commercial when she needs to be.

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    • Mickaela Fox is very proactive and expresses information concisely.

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  • Ian McConkey
    Ian McConkey

    Ian McConkey

    Manchester-based Ian McConkey is adept at acting for major insurers in negligence claims against their insureds and has a particular focus on the construction, legal and media sectors.

    • Ian is a very experienced and able professional.

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    • Ian has a track record of outstanding results and always provides an exceptional service.

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    • Ian possesses exceptional legal expertise and is an outstanding communicator.

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  • Mike Grant
    Mike Grant

    Mike Grant

    Mike Grant is highly experienced in defending high-value claims of negligence brought against engineers, architects and contractors.

    • Mike is very straightforward and doesn't beat around the bush. He is clearly dedicated to delivering the best possible service and understands how to communicate efficiently.

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    • Mike Grant is a powerhouse within the professional indemnity space.

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  • Andrew Macleod
    Andrew Macleod

    Andrew Macleod

    Andrew Macleod leads the firm's professional indemnity team in Manchester. He frequently assists construction professionals with negligence claims relating to cladding issues and other defects.

    • Andrew Macleod provided excellent advice under significant time pressure and on a case that involved a lot of detailed work and analysis.

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  • Pamela Freeland
    Pamela Freeland

    Pamela Freeland

    Pamela Freeland is an up-and-coming partner at the firm. She regularly defends insurance brokers in claims arising from building defects.

    • Pamela Freeland is an emerging leader in the firm who is recognised for her talent and rapidly rising profile.

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    • Pamela is very detail-oriented and doesn't miss anything. We never have to worry about her not picking up on things, even in especially complex cases.

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    • Pamela Freeland is really intelligent and anticipates questions before we even ask them.

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