Industry Awards
We are proud of our achievements and have worked hard to gain some of the most prestigious awards and standards in the legal profession. To provide the highest quality of client care, we subject ourselves to rigorous external audits. In addition, we have maintained our consistently high rating in both Chambers and the Legal 500, two of the legal profession's own benchmarks for excellence, which are re-assessed every year.
Chambers and Partners 2012 Edition
Clinical Negligence
“The three-partner team at Bolt Burdon Kemp handles a wide range of clinical negligence cases but is particularly sought out for its expertise in cases with a military flavour. Clients are happy with the service and praise the "personal" atmosphere of the firm.
Head of the team, Caroline Klage is a "very experienced and sensible" practitioner who is "brilliant" with clients. Associate Suzanne Trask impresses sources with her winning combination of technical skill and great client care. Clients note that she is "always prepared to go the extra yard."
Personal Injury
This sizeable team commands respect from both individual clients and institutional referrers such as the Spinal Injuries Association, the Children's Head Injury Trust and the Association of Child Abuse Lawyers. Clients underline the team's capacity to provide advice on traumatic brain injury and fatality cases.
"They were able to recommend excellent expert witnesses that contributed to my case. I was also given frank and accurate advice when necessary. I was guided through the process with a minimum of stress." "I was kept informed throughout the lengthy process and I felt empowered to ask questions."
Senior partner Roger Bolt has overseen the growth of the firm and is increasingly involved in the risk analysis of cases. Jonathan Wheeler impresses clients, who highlight his supreme ability to handle abuse cases and matters involving local authorities.
LEGAL 500 2011 EDITION
Clinical Negligence
Bolt Burdon Kemp is an established presence in the clinical negligence arena, with Caroline Klage at the forefront. Recent achievements include settling a complex birth injury case for a seven-figure sum. The team also handled a claim for catastrophic mental and physical injuries resulting from a stroke after negligent medical treatment. Jo Chapman is also recommended.
Personal Injury
Bolt Burdon Kemp’s primary contact is Jonathan Wheeler, who provides ‘sensitive advice’, and is ‘knowledgeable and supportive while being realistic’. The practice specialises in child abuse, military, head injury and major trauma claims.
Professional Negligence
Recommended firm.