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Laura Sylvester

Laura Sylvester

UK 2026

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About

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Practice Areas

Laura has extensive experience in catastrophic injury cases, with particular expertise in birth injury claims, alongside a broad range

of cases involving delayed diagnoses, surgical errors, and oncology issues. She also has a special interest in colorectal and

abdominal injury cases.

Highly skilled in handling fatal claims, Laura frequently represents families in the Coroner’s Court during inquest hearings. She is

sensitive to the emotional toll these cases take on clients and provides compassionate, supportive guidance through the legal

process while fully understanding their needs.

Laura acts for both children and adults from all walks of life and consistently receives high praise from clients, barristers, and

experts alike for her legal expertise and professionalism. Her ability to balance sharp legal acumen with a caring and empathetic

approach sets her apart.

An AvMA panel member since 2015, Laura’s work meets the highest standards of excellence. She also maintains close ties with charities such as Riding for the Disabled, Scope, and Headway, further showcasing her dedication to the well-being of her clients.

Career

Trained at Penningtons Manches and qualified in 2009.

Left Penningtons in 2011

Joined Kingsley Napley LLP in July 2011 rose from Associate, to

Senior Associate, Legal Counsel and Partner and left Kingsley

Napley LLP in June 2024.

Joined Taylor Rose in September 2024 after a short career break

as a Partner, based in the Carter Lane office

Professional Memberships

AvMA Panel member

Chambers Review

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Chambers Guide to the Legal Profession

Clinical Negligence: Mainly Claimant - London (Firms)

Band 5
Band 5

Individual Editorial
Laura Sylvester is particularly active in cases involving delays in diagnosis, with additional strength in birth injury claims.

Strengths

Provided by Chambers

  • Laura is a tough but sensible litigator who won't shy away from difficult points.

    Clinical Negligence: Mainly ClaimantChambers Guide to the Legal Profession
  • She is an excellent solicitor and compassionate.

    Clinical Negligence: Mainly ClaimantChambers Guide to the Legal Profession
  • Laura is fantastic.

    Clinical Negligence: Mainly ClaimantChambers Guide to the Legal Profession

Ranked Individuals at Taylor Rose (4)

London (Firms)

The South

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