SLATER AND GORDON UK LIMITED - Key Persons
Job Titles:
- Personal Injury
- Principal Lawyer
I'm known as a thorough and well-prepared lawyer whose calm, sympathetic and reassuring manner make clients with serious injuries really feel like they are in good hands.
Angela Beric "gives everything to the cases she is working on," comments a source, adding that "she is very caring and very supportive." She is a particular expert in child brain injury cases and also represents claimants in workplace injury cases. Chambers and Partners 2020 (for Angela Beric)
She is an expert in terms of managing the families' expectations while still striving to get the best outcome." Chambers and Partners 2019 (for Angela Beric)
Angela is recommended for brain injury cases. Sources describe her as an "outstanding solicitor". Angela "is highly regarded for her specialist expertise in child brain injury cases." Sources note that she brings a "client-focused" approach and that "nothing seems to faze her." Chambers and Partners 2016 (for Angela Beric)
Former Jaguar Land Rover employee, Brian Fox, was successful in an unfair dismissal and disability discrimination claim, being awarded over £250,000 by the employment tribunal.
Job Titles:
- Associate
- Senior Associate
- Solicitor
I put my clients at ease with my friendly and empathetic nature. I am committed to helping clients during what is often the most stressful time of their life, offering practical, sensible advice to help them achieve their goals in the most cost effective manner.
email clare.pinnington@slatergordon.uk call 0330 995 6594 linkedin LinkedIn location Manchester
Get to know Clare
I qualified as a solicitor in 2006, specialising in family law. I have extensive experience of all aspects of relationship breakdown including divorce, financial remedy proceedings, cohabitation disputes, dissolution of civil partnerships, applications under the Family Law Act and nuptial agreements.
I have a particular interest in resolving arrangements for children. I have represented a range of clients from high-net worth individuals, medical professionals, the Armed Forces and the Police Federation. I understand how stressful a relationship breakdown can be and how important it is to feel heard and understood.
I pride myself on keeping my clients informed so that they know their case matters to me. I am committed to helping my clients reach a resolution in the most constructive and amicable way possible.
My aim therefore, is to try to resolve matters out of court, particularly where children are involved, being aware of the impact that court proceedings can have on all of the family. Where a court application is necessary however, I am meticulous in my preparation and will always provide sensible, tailored advice to ensure that my clients achieve the best possible outcome.
Career highlights
I am privileged to have been able to help so many people over the years to move forward and rebuild their lives, following the breakdown of their relationship. It gives me great pleasure to know that clients feel better when they have spoken to me, having received clear advice and having been given a planned way forward.
They know that they are in good hands and that I will do my upmost to help them achieve their goals. I have offered advice on a wide range of private family law issues, often with international elements.
I particularly enjoy advising on complex child arrangement applications involving issues of implacable hostility, parental alienation and leave to remove and relocation applications.
The extra mile
I am a member of Resolution, a national organisation of Family Lawyers committed to resolving Family Law disputes in a non-confrontational and constructive manner.
Job Titles:
- Senior Associate
- Solicitor
- Personal Injury
I'm passionate about helping the seriously injured with their rehabilitation and recovery, as well as achieving justice and compensation.
Crystal Eaton at Slater and Gordon took over my case after getting nowhere with another firm. From day one she offered advice and action. Throughout the years my case took to sort out, I came to think of her and the team as friends. No question was ever silly or too much trouble to answer. Now that my case has been successfully completed, I will miss this friendship and correspondence. Client testimonial (for Crystal Eaton)
I would just like to say thank you, to yourself, and your associates for your professionalism throughout these past three and a half years. From talking to you and your colleague, at my absolute lowest point... to keeping me informed and reassured every step of the way, in what can only be described as the most traumatic thing ever, you helped me to resolve the last thing for my sister. Dignity. Client testimonial (for Crystal Eaton)
Job Titles:
- Senior Associate
- Solicitor
- Senior Associate Solicitor in the Employment Law Department at Slater
Doreen is an senior associate solicitor in the employment law department at Slater and Gordon in London.
email doreen.reeves@slatergordon.uk call 0330 995 5467 linkedin LinkedIn location London
Job Titles:
- Solicitor and Head of Organisation and Membership Services ( OMS ) Employment
It's an honour to be a leader of an award-winning employment department, which has been named 'Employment Team of the Year' at a number of legal awards over the years.
email edward.cooper@slatergordon.uk call 0330 995 5518 linkedin LinkedIn location London
Edward Cooper heads the firm's employment practice group and is described as "eminent and full of wisdom in this field." His practice encompasses industrial relations and trade union law alongside a variety of other contentious employment matters. Chambers and Partners 2020 (Edward Cooper)
A great trade union lawyer who truly knows his subject. Chambers and Partners 2018 (Edward Cooper)
Edward Cooper is highly rated for his trade union expertise, advising on internal disputes, industrial issues and collective bargaining. Clients say "He always offers the most professional advice and service". Chambers and Partners 2018 (Edward Cooper)
Career highlights
I have many career highlights, but some of the most recent include:
Acting for Sir Philip Rutnam, who progressed a well-publicised claim for constructive dismissal to settlement, having publicly resigned against a background of bullying claims involving Home Secretary, Priti Patel.
Acting for civil service trade unions in challenging by judicial review the imposition of pay remit in 2019.
Representing the Police Federation in their pay disputes with the Home Office in 2007/8 and in 2018, progressing judicial review on both occasions.
Acting for an association of Gurkhas regarding their pension treatment, through to the European Court of Human Rights.
Acting for a teacher in the longest right to practise hearing ever in that profession and securing the striking out of the case on grounds of abuse of process.
Job Titles:
- Head of Medical Negligence
- Head of Practice
We would like to say a big thank you to you personally for doing everything possible to get justice for our son. We feel very privileged to have you on our side and fighting for him, and for us. We appreciate his case is quite a complex one, but you haven't given up on us and you've been in our corner all the way. We're so grateful to you all for everything you've done and are continuing to do. Client testimonial (for Emma Doughty)
You ensured that we knew everything that was needed and listened to any fears or concerns we had so. I feel you were not just professional but caring, supportive and felt like a friend. Client testimonial (for Emma Doughty)
Emma balances a professional and personable approach, which has helped us to build and experience a positive working relationship. She has applied herself tirelessly. We feel incredibly lucky to have such fantastic representation and experience on our side. Client testimonial (for Emma Doughty)
I am very proud of the work I do - seeing my clients and their families achieving justice and getting the help they need is like no other reward.
email emma.doughty@slatergordon.uk call 0330 995 5571 linkedin LinkedIn location London
Principal lawyer, Hannah Saxe, has been identified as a Rising Star in Legal 500's 2023 edition, and nominated for the Rising Star Award in the Private Client Category of the Legal 500 Northern Powerhouse Awards.
Job Titles:
- Collaborative Lawyer and Family Mediator
I had a meeting with Jenniffer Brunt which was excellent and informative. She answered most of my questions satisfactorily. She was referred to me by my relatives. Client testimonial for Jenniffer Brunt
Career highlights
I've previously dealt with cases involving assets in excess of £100 million - which involved off shore complicated Family Trusts. The cases were dealt with at the High Court due to complexity and QCs instructed by both parties.
Job Titles:
- Associate
- Senior Associate
- Senior Associate in the Medical Negligence Team, Has Also Been Recognised by the Legal 500, With the 2022 Edition Saying
I have over 17 years experience of running medical negligence claims. Over that time I have secured tens of millions of pounds in compensation for my clients, ensuring that their needs are met for life.
Jodie Cook is an exceptional associate. I've been impressed on numerous occasions with her dealings in large, complicated clinical negligence matters. Testimonial for Jodie Cook
Throughout the whole process Jodie was extremely supportive, explained everything thoroughly to me with clarity and honesty. I would have no hesitation in calling on Jodie again if I ever needed to. Client testimonial for Jodie Cook
Over the years Jodie Cook has been sincere, informative and above all else very supportive. It has been a difficult journey recollecting the events of my sons birth, however, we have never felt alone. Jodie kept us well informed and was very efficient at answering any questions, concerns, or general worries. Communication was key and Jodie knew this. She would regularly update us on what was happening. There are no words that can express how grateful are. Knowing he is going to be able to have the right equipment and support to live his life to his fullest potential just puts us at ease, and is such a relief. I would highly recommend Jodie. Client testimonial for Jodie Cook
Jodie Cook, senior associate in the medical negligence team, has also been recognised by the Legal 500, with the 2022 edition saying: "Her analysis, attention to detail and initiative have been absolutely first rate. "
Job Titles:
- Personal Injury
- Principal Lawyer
I'm very proud to be described by my clients as being ‘willing to go the extra mile', a ‘bare-knuckle fighter' and someone not to be ‘underestimated'.
Kate Nicklin kept me up to date at every point in the case, always willing to go the extra mile to help. She organised a care team who helped me regain my life. Nothing was ever too much and when you phoned it was direct to your solicitor and not a call centre. Having settled my case with a happy outcome, I can now move on with my life…They are more than a solicitor they are an extended family. 5* Trustpilot Review for Kate Nicklin
Martyn Hett was one of 22 innocent victims tragically killed in the 2017 Manchester Arena terror attack. Slater and Gordon Lawyers represented his mother, Figen Murray, in her fight for justice. Watch her story here.
Job Titles:
- Head of Serious Injury - North
I always take a proactive approach to litigation and fight hard for justice for the injured and traumatised individuals that I represent.
email matthew.c.tomlinson@slatergordon.uk call 0800 884 0101 linkedin LinkedIn location Manchester
Head of serious injury north, Matthew Tomlinson has been ranked as a Band 1 leader, by Chambers, with the most recent edition saying: "Matthew Tomlinson regularly handles complex, multi-track personal injury claims regarding workplace and military accidents. These include spinal and brain injuries, amputations and fatalities."
Few people ever really wish to instruct a Family Law Solicitor. That's why I pride myself on being empathetic and client-focused from day one. I will always fight your corner to the best of my ability.
email Michael.Compston@slatergordon.uk call 0161 383 3500 linkedin LinkedIn location Manchester
Over the years I've learnt so much about how things work and what can go wrong. Almost all accidents are avoidable.
I aim to ensure all clients are listened to, supported and achieve the outcome that they desire during their difficult time.
email rebecca.cliff@slatergordon.uk call 0330 995 6257 linkedin LinkedIn location Liverpool
Richard Gaffney is adept at handling catastrophic injury cases, including those related to amputations and brain injuries. An interviewee praises him as "highly professional, knowledgeable and caring. Testimonial from Chambers and Partners (for Richard Gaffney)
I felt that I was extremely well advised and represented throughout the process. Richard was a charming, knowledgeable and calming influence, and I always knew that I was in a very safe pair of hands. I would highly recommend his services without any hesitation. Client testimonial (for Richard Gaffney)
We would like to thank you for your expertise, guidance and personal care. We shall not miss the stress involved in reaching this settlement but we will miss the regular friendly interactions! We are very grateful to you. Client testimonial (for Richard Gaffney)
Career highlights
It's difficult to pick out particular highlights as I take great pleasure in every successful outcome. However, I have taken a number of cases to the Court of Appeal where liability has been contentious and come away with a hard-fought victory.
Every day I get to do something I am passionate about and hopefully to make a difference to people at a time when their lives have been turned upside down
email richard.gaffney@slatergordon.uk call 0330 995 5024 linkedin LinkedIn location Cambridge