Band 3
Provided by Matthew Westlake
Clinical Negligence
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.
Provided by Chambers
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.
Provided by Chambers
He is particularly impressive in managing complex, high-value cases, demonstrating sound judgement combined with a deep empathy and understanding of his clients' situations.
He is thoughtful, analytical, measured and imaginative.
He has a very gentle manner.
He is particularly impressive in managing complex, high-value cases, demonstrating sound judgement combined with a deep empathy and understanding of his clients' situations.
He is thoughtful, analytical, measured and imaginative.
He has a very gentle manner.