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Matthew Westlake

Matthew Westlake

UK 2026

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Leigh Day
 Leigh Day

Ranked in 1 practice area

Clinical Negligence: Mainly Claimant

Yorkshire

1 year ranked

About

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Practice Areas

Clinical Negligence

Career

Matt is a partner in the medical negligence department based in Leeds, having specialised in this area of law since qualification in 2016. Prior to this Matt gained a Neuroscience degree from Bristol University, before studying post-graduate law and joining Leigh Day in 2012.

Matt has a varied caseload covering a wide range of complex claims, including obstetric, spinal, orthopaedic, ophthalmic, and brain injuries. He also advises on claims as a result of delay in diagnosis of cancer and other serious illnesses.

Matt is experienced in providing representation to families at inquests where loved ones have died as a result of negligent medical care.

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Chambers Guide to the Legal Profession

Clinical Negligence: Mainly Claimant - Yorkshire

Band 3
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Matthew Westlake handles a wide variety of clinical negligence claims for Leigh Day, covering brain injuries, cerebral palsy, cauda equina and spinal injuries. He also represents families at inquests.

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Strengths

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  • He is particularly impressive in managing complex, high-value cases, demonstrating sound judgement combined with a deep empathy and understanding of his clients' situations.

    Clinical Negligence: Mainly ClaimantChambers Guide to the Legal Profession

  • He is thoughtful, analytical, measured and imaginative.

    Clinical Negligence: Mainly ClaimantChambers Guide to the Legal Profession

  • He has a very gentle manner.

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