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Professional negligence arises when a professional fails to perform their duties to the required standard of skill and care. Professional negligence claims can be brought in contract, tort, or for breach of a fiduciary or statutory duty.

If you have received “bad advice” from a professional, it could be that you have suffered professional negligence. We recommend in this instance that you contact us to discuss the prospects of bringing a professional negligence compensation claim.

Our professional negligence team is recognised in both the Chambers and Legal 500 directories.

We achieved a Band 1 ranking in the Chambers 2024 guide, with Mark Beesley being named as an Eminent Practitioner and Karim Mohamed achieving a Band 1 individual ranking.

Our team have helped clients claim for professional negligence in a wide range of situations and offer advice where there has been a:
  •  Breach of professional duty of care
  •  Breach of contract
  •  Fraud committed by a professional

If you believe you have been let down by a professional – whether that professional was your solicitor, accountant, conveyancer or maybe even your surveyor, feel free to get in touch with our team of experts today.

Call us free today to see how you can get started at 0808 164 0808, or request a call back if you’d like one of our no-win, no-fee experts to call you.

professional negligence frequently asked questions

Is there a time limit for professional negligence claims? toggle accordion
You usually have six years from the date of neglect to bring a professional negligence compensation claim, but this can vary depending upon the circumstances of your case. The time limit is called a limitation period. Whilst there are time limits, it is best not to delay speaking with a professional negligence solicitor if you believe you have grounds for a professional negligence claim, as it is better to discuss potential claims early on.

What is a professional negligence limitation period? toggle accordion
A limitation period is the time within which you must bring a professional negligence claim. Sometimes, solicitors or other legal advisers may act negligently and miss limitation dates in terms of submitting elements of your case to court. This is likely to be grounds for bringing a professional negligence claim.

How do you start a professional negligence claim? toggle accordion
To bring a professional negligence compensation claim we will need to prove:
  1. that you were owed a reasonable duty of skill and care from the professional,
  2. that this duty of care and skill was breached, and
  3. that the breach has caused you to suffer a financial loss or a loss of chance.

How can I prove a professional negligence compensation claim? toggle accordion
If a duty of care and skill was owed, it must be found (as part of your case) that an error was made that no reasonable member of the profession would have made in the same circumstances.

What is the process for bringing a professional negligence claim? toggle accordion
Our professional negligence solicitors can guide you through the process of bringing a professional negligence claim. This can include correspondence with the professional who has let you down to provide you with the opportunity to resolve matters outside of the court process if that is what you want it. We often help to facilitate early offers of compensation and work through dispute resolution procedures such as mediation with our clients. Mediation if appropriate can provide the opportunity for a quick and cost effective resolution but is not the right solution for everyone.

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Our approach to professional negligence claims

  • Understanding the level of negligence that has occurred
  • Providing opportunities for potential resolution of matters
  • Facilitating early offers of compensation, if appropriate

The team excels in acting for claimants on a wide range of professional negligence matters. It is equally adept at handling claims ranging from tens of thousands of pounds to those involving millions of pounds, many of these claims are funded by using conditional fee arrangements.” – The Legal 500 2024

“A well-regarded claimant practice acting for both private individuals and businesses while also receiving referrals from surveyors, IFAs, accountants and insurers. The team frequently acts on claims against a variety of professionals, including solicitors, pension trustees, and insurance and mortgage brokers.” – Chambers and Partners 2024

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Mark Beesley

Head of Professional Negligence

Professional Negligence

Karim Mohamed

Partner

Professional Negligence

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Legal Director

Professional Negligence

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Disclaimer

In general you have six years from the date of neglect or omission to act to make a professional negligence compensation claim. However, there are some exceptions to this rule for instance you may bring a claim within 3 years of the date you could be said to have become reasonably aware of the alleged negligence. This time limit is referred to a limitation period.

It is important to speak to a legal team as early as possible to avoid any issues with limitation dates.

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