BBK ranked Band 3 for Clinical Negligence and Band 4 for Personal Injury according to Chambers & Partners 2012
October 28, 2011
Bolt Burdon Kemp have been ranked Band 3 in London for our work and commitment to Clinical Negligence, in particular cases with a military element and Band 4 in London for our work with Personal Injury claims according to Chambers & Partners 2012.
Chambers & Partners in particular commended the work of Caroline Klage (Head of Clinical Negligence ) Suzanne Trask (Associate – Clinical Negligence), Jonathan Wheeler (Partner) and Roger Bolt (Senior Partner).
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.
Key Individuals: 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.
Client Service: "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."
Key Individuals: 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.