James joined the Clinical Negligence Team at Lime in 2013 as a Paralegal. He gained a Training Contract with the firm in 2015 and qualified in March 2017. He was promoted to Associate in 2020, Legal Director in 2022 and Partner in May 2024. He is a Team Leader and head of the Birmingham Medical Negligence team, supervising five other Fee Earners. He manages a large caseload and deals with the full spectrum of medical negligence clams including, but not limited to; catastrophic birth injury claims, brain injury claims for adults and children, spinal injury claims, surgical errors, GP negligence, cancer delayed diagnosis, diabetic complications and negligence resulting in death. He is a member of AvMA and APIL.
James says: “I became a clinical negligence lawyer because I wanted to help people on a daily basis, and securing compensation for injured patients and improving their lives makes the job very rewarding.”
James has been a guest writer for several medical publications. Many of these include articles that focus on cerebral palsy, advice and guidance for families and individuals affected by it, and medical negligence in general. James deals with a full range of medical negligence cases involving GPs, NHS hospitals and private surgeons. He has helped many clients with a wide variety of cases, including the missed diagnosis of cancer, orthopaedic injuries, negligently performed surgery, obstetric mismanagement and brain injuries arising from negligent care.
Feedback provided to the legal directory Legal 500 notes that “James Anderson is an excellent leader. Knowledgeable and capable” and that the wider team “will leave no stone unturned when researching the merits of a clinical negligence claim. They will invest time and attention where other firms may not. They are good at focusing upon detail in a case and often it is this attention which makes the difference in securing a successful outcome”.
The West Midlands team are ranked as a Top Firm by Legal 500.
What previous clients have said:
“From day one, James & his excellent team of experts & consultants gave us nothing less than 100% regarding advice, help & communication. Their professionalism & legal knowledge is second to none &coupled with their determination & persistence to present the best possible case for you, makes Lime’s an unbeatable force. Our case was complex, risky & by no means was success guaranteed. On more than one occasion the case was looking dubious to say the least due to the defence’s dogged resistance & legal argument etc. However, James & his “A” team were resolute, believed in their client & their case & persevered with great determination & countered everything the defence could throw at them. This resolute determination finally led to a great success with the case being won against a formidable defence. A winning settlement was eventually reached with the expertise from the impressive Esther & Wioleta who skilfully & wisely negotiated the award with the Defendant. This was not an overnight success, but with the skills, knowledge & determination of everyone at Lime’s, our case was won against a very strong defence. Our successful outcome is undoubtedly down to their expertise & commitment to do their utmost best for their client & we will be forever thankful that we chose them to present our case. Therefore, without reservation, we highly recommend their services.”
“From the start to the finish I have received nothing but excellent service and communication from James Anderson and the team at Lime Solicitors. Sebastian Naughton cannot come more highly recommended as a barrister and James as a partner and expert in the firm just massively exceeded all expectations on all fronts. I don’t usually provide feedback on social platforms but I just needed to share my experience of the superb service by this team at Lime Solicitors and recommend them to anyone who needs assistance in the area of their lives. I can wax lyrical for many more sentences but just want to finish on a couple of words – highly recommended to all.”
“Very professional and sympathetic to our needs.”
A case involving a young mother contracting septic shock. Her GP failed to recognise the symptoms which tragically lead to her death after she was hospitalised.
Acting at inquest for the family leading to a conclusion of neglect and leading to fundamental change of Trust policies.
A case involving an elderly lady who required ventilation to treat her pneumonia in hospital. Due to a nursing error she didn’t receive enough oxygen and suffered a brain injury.
A case involving spinal fracture of a new-born during labour resulting in tetraplegia.
A case involving the avoidable death of a young father following a missed diagnosis of a brain bleed leaving behind his wife and two young children.
Successful resolution of various cases involving the controversial use of TVT mesh.
Various cases of negligent care around pregnancy and labour leading to avoidable Cerebral Palsy.
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