Clinical Negligence: Mainly Claimant
UK Guide 2025 : South West
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Wolferstans is a strong practice in the Plymouth market that notably offers a strong track record in complex cerebral palsy claims. The department has significant strength in catastrophic injury cases, including brain injuries, spinal injuries and amputations. The firm handles oncology cases and also provides expertise in connection with inquest work.
Strengths
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"The team have an amazing amount of knowledge and experience, and they are also excellent at breaking things down into plain English."
"They give everything for their clients. They ensure that every case gets the utmost attention."
"The clinical negligence team are all highly experienced in dealing with very high-value and complex claims."
"The team have an amazing amount of knowledge and experience, and they are also excellent at breaking things down into plain English."
"They give everything for their clients. They ensure that every case gets the utmost attention."
"The clinical negligence team are all highly experienced in dealing with very high-value and complex claims."
Notable Practitioners
Simon Parford focuses his practice on complex, high-value brain and spinal injury claims. He has particular expertise in acting for children and young adults, particularly those who have cerebral palsy.
"Simon is at the top of his game; his knowledge is invaluable."
"Simon is a leader in his field."
Elizabeth Smith heads the clinical negligence department at Wolferstans. She acts for clients in complex claims, such as those relating to catastrophic brain injury, spinal injury and cerebral palsy.
"Elizabeth is really good at brain injury and cerebral palsy cases. She is very experienced, very bright and pragmatic."
"She knows about all of the key cases and developments in the market."
"She is kind, honest and very approachable."
Barry Bayley is recognised for his experience handling complex brain and spinal injury matters. He is based in the Plymouth office of Wolferstans.
"He is a wonderful lawyer."
Holly Bowditch is a partner based in Wolferstans' Plymouth office. She regularly acts for paediatric and adult clients on a range of neurological injuries.
"Holly is like a good friend to me. As well as being an excellent solicitor, she has been a great support."
"Holly is very knowledgeable and responsive to questions."
"Holly is fantastic; she will grow into a star in the field."
Ranked Lawyers at
Wolferstans LLP
South West