Clinical Negligence: Mainly Defendant

Majid Hassan leads the medical malpractice insurance group at Capsticks. He is particularly active in defence of GPs, with strength handling complex claims concerning delayed cancer diagnosis. He also advises insurers on clinical trials and product liability claims.

"Majid is incredibly reliable, knowledgeable and very supportive."

Peter Marquand is head of the claims division at Capsticks, based in London. He has significant experience handling cerebral palsy claims, with further strength in cases surrounding negligent surgery and mental capacity.

"Peter is an exceptionally good lawyer."

Philip Hatherall acts on a full range of matters, from allegations of birth injury leading to cerebral palsy to failings in cancer care. He also represents clients in inquests.

"Philip keeps a strategic eye all the time so he can see the bigger picture in sight and potential ramifications. He is also so knowledgeable and has so much experience."

Cassius Box defends NHS trusts in brain and spinal injury claims, advising on informed consent and treatment matters. He also acts on cases concerning psychiatric injury.

"Cassius is very clever and he has amazing experience and extremely good judgement. The way in which he communicates and gets things on track is great - people look to him for guidance."

Gerard Aston is adept at handling a wide range of complex and high-value claims, including neurological injuries. He has experience in all forms of ADR as well as litigation.

"Gerard is very good and runs a really good team."

"Gerard is troubleshooter in chief, he is phenomenal at solving problems. He is incredibly good at seeing a thorny problem through to a simple solution."