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At some point in our lives, we might require the assistance of professionals to navigate important decisions. Solicitors, financial advisors, accountants, architects, surveyors, and other experts provide crucial guidance and are expected to uphold a general duty of care and adhere to their contractual obligations. If their services fall below the expected standard and you suffer a loss as a result, you may have grounds for professional negligence claims. Our experienced professional negligence lawyers are here to help you pursue and efficiently settle your claim, ensuring you receive the justice and compensation you deserve.
If you believe that you have been let down by a professional, and suffered some quantifiable loss, then you’re going to need our team of professional negligence lawyers by your side. Whether you have been let down as an individual or during the course of your business life we can help.
Making a claim against a professional who has either provided you with wrong information or has acted in a way that has breached their duty of care to you, such as failing to meet a vital deadline, can be a legal nightmare.
Contact us discuss your situation on 01616 966 229.
How can our professional negligence solicitors help?
Professional negligence occurs when a solicitor, a surveyor, an architect or another professional who provides advice and guidance to their clients, fails to give the correct information. To protect themselves from this, many professionals carry some form of insurance.
At Stephensons Solicitors LLP, we are a leading law firm dedicated to handling negligence claims against professionals. Our specialist team, renowned for their expertise and recognised by the Legal 500, consists of some of the top professional negligence lawyers in the UK, with extensive experience in this field.
Our professional negligence solicitors are skilled in managing complex and high-value claims against a range of professionals including solicitors, conveyancers, architects, surveyors, accountants, and financial advisers. We pride ourselves on resolving the majority of claims at an early stage through successful settlement negotiations and mediation.
Our priority is to pursue your case vigorously to achieve the best possible outcome and secure the compensation you deserve. We will provide clear, step-by-step guidance throughout the process, from initiating court proceedings to exploring settlement options, ensuring you understand your best course of action.
With a long-established practice in professional negligence, our focus is predominantly on claimants. Our lawyers boast many years of experience in advising both businesses and individuals on a wide range of professional negligence claims. We handle diverse negligence claims against various professionals, with particular expertise in the following areas:
For further details on how our professional negligence team can help please feel free to read these brief professional negligence claim case studies.
At Stephensons, we have established ourselves as a leading law firm with a strong focus on professional negligence claims. Here are key reasons to choose us:
1. Our team is recognised by the Legal 500 for its specialist knowledge in professional negligence, providing top-tier legal representation across various industries.
2. With over 40 years in the field, we have a wealth of experience handling complex and high-value claims against professionals such as solicitors, architects, accountants, and financial advisers.
3. We pride ourselves on achieving the best possible results for our clients. The majority of our cases are resolved early through effective settlement negotiations and mediation, minimising the stress and costs associated with prolonged litigation.
4. Client-centred approach: Our lawyers are committed to guiding you through every stage of your claim, offering clear, practical advice and exploring the best course of action tailored to your needs.
5. Flexible funding options: Understanding that pursuing a claim can be financially challenging, we offer various funding options to ensure you can proceed with confidence.
6. Highly rated service: Our commitment to client satisfaction is reflected in our excellent Trustpilot rating of 4.6/5, based on over 2000 reviews.
Choosing Stephensons means choosing a firm dedicated to securing the justice and compensation you deserve. Contact us today to discuss your case with our friendly and knowledgeable team.
A professional negligence claim involves seeking compensation when a professional fails to perform their duties to the required standard, resulting in financial loss or damage to the client. It aims to hold the professional accountable for their substandard service.
If you have been let down by a professional and suffered some quantifiable loss then you may have a claim; you’re going to need our team of professional negligence lawyers by your side to help ensure the best outcome.
Firstly, you will need to establish that the professional in question owed you a duty of care in carrying out your instructions. It is important in a successful claim for professional negligence to prove that the professional breached their duty of care and that this has caused your loss.
This depends on each individual case. Often you will need expert evidence to determine the loss. Our specialists can assist you in establishing whether you have a worthwhile claim for professional negligence.
This depends on each individual professional negligence case. We will discuss funding options with you at the earliest opportunity.
You could also have legal expenses insurance in place, which may cover the legal costs of making a claim. This is often added to your home insurance policy and referred to as family legal protection. Alternatively, you may be a member of a union which provides funding or legal assistance.
Usually, it will be necessary to issue court proceedings within six years of you suffering the loss. If you do not do this, there is a risk you will not be able to make a claim for professional negligence. Time limits are something which we can provide advice on once we have fully reviewed your claim.
To prove professional negligence, you must show that the professional owed you a duty of care, breached this duty by not meeting the expected standards, and caused you a loss directly resulting from this breach.
To claim professional negligence, gather evidence of the professional's duty, breach, and resulting loss. Consult a solicitor experienced in negligence claims to evaluate your case, draft a formal complaint, and pursue compensation through negotiation or legal action.
The elements of professional negligence include establishing a duty of care owed by the professional, a breach of that duty, causation linking the breach to the loss, and demonstrable damages or losses resulting from the breach.
Requirements for a professional negligence claim include proving the existence of a duty of care, a breach of that duty by the professional, causation showing the breach caused your loss, and quantifiable damages or losses resulting from the breach.
The limitation period for professional negligence claims in the UK is generally six years from the date of the negligent act or omission. However, in some cases, it may be three years from the date you became aware of the negligence.
If you think you may have a claim for professional negligence we would suggest your contact us so we can advise you further. Speak to our legal experts on 01616 966 229 or complete our online enquiry from and a member of the team will contact you directly.
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