Archives: Solicitors

Overview: Gary has been practising law for 24 years, with a focus on personal injury (PI) and road traffic accidents (RTA). As the first in his family to attend university, Gary’s passion for law was ignited by his success in A-Level Law. Over his career, he has worked extensively in RTA and workplace accident cases whilst achieving significant results for his clients.

Education and Background:

• Undergraduate Degree: First in family to attend university. Achieved an A grade in A-Level Law.
• Law: Qualified as a solicitor in 2000 after completing the necessary training and education.

Professional Recognition:

• Early Career Achievement: Received a significant bonus in his first job after qualifying for successfully settling cases.

Specialisation and Expertise:

• Field of Interest: Particularly passionate about low-speed accidents that require substantial evidence to support clients against insurers.

Professional Memberships:

• Law Society: Member

Cases Settled in the Last Few Years:

• High Settlement for MIB Claim: Secured a settlement from the Motor Insurers’ Bureau (MIB) that exceeded the client’s expectations, helping them settle long-standing bills.
• Complex Low-Speed Accident Claims: Successfully handled numerous cases requiring extensive evidence gathering to counter insurer resistance.

Approach:

• Client Care: Offers professional, friendly, and honest advice. Communicates promptly to put clients at ease, explaining everything clearly. Gary values building strong relationships with clients and understands the importance of trust and detail in legal practice.
• Case Management: Ensures client statements include the most relevant details. Finds the most positive entries in medical records to support claims.

Motivation:

• Impactful Work: Enjoys working in a supportive team environment and takes pride in achieving successful outcomes for clients.

Personal Commitments:

• Devotes time to his family, including two sons under 18 and his elderly mother.

Overview: Rebecca is an experienced fee earner with 12 years in the industry and 9 years as a fee earner. Rebecca has honed her expertise in handling MOJ and OIC cases.

Education and Qualifications:

• BA Hons Accountancy Degree: Edge Hill University
• College: 3 A-Levels
• Secondary School: 5 GCSEs

Professional Experience:

• Industry Experience: 12 years
• Fee Earner: 9 years
• Career Path:
  • Progressed to fee earner

Specialisations:

• Focus at KLS Law: Predominantly on MOJ cases from the initial stage to court proceedings
• Client Outcomes: Achieving the best possible outcome for clients, especially exceeding their claim valuation

Approach to Client Service:

• Attributes: Professional, well-mannered, and organised
• Work Ethic: Gives more than contracted hours, always focused on future targets

Future Goals:

• Career Progression: To progress upwards in the firm

Overview: With over 13 years of experience in personal injury claims and 12 years as a fee earner, Lorraine has developed a strong expertise in handling MOJ cases up to £25k. Educated at Liverpool John Moores University with a 2:2 BA Hons in The Criminal Justice System and Criminology, Lorraine brings a wealth of knowledge and a dedicated approach to client service. Known for being organised and hard-working, Lorraine prioritises clear communication and flexibility, ensuring clients are well-guided and their expectations managed throughout the claim process.

Education and Qualifications:

• Liverpool John Moores University
• Degree: 2:2 BA Hons – The Criminal Justice System and Criminology

Professional Experience:

• Personal Injury Claims: 13 years of experience
• Fee Earning: 12 years of experience

Specialisations:

• MOJ Cases: Handling cases up to £25k

Approach to Client Service:

• Client Care: Client care is of the utmost importance, providing clear communication skills and flexibility to each client, always managing clients’ expectations to guide them throughout the claim process.

Overview: Christopher is a seasoned legal professional with over 10 years of experience in the legal sector and over 7 years in management roles. With a diverse background that spans both the legal and business sectors, Christopher brings a wealth of knowledge and expertise to his role. He is dedicated to achieving fair and reasonable awards for his clients and is a key asset to KLS Law.

Education and Background:

• Undergraduate Degree: 1st LLB Law Ba (Hons) from Edge Hill University
• A Levels: Attended Carmel College

Professional Experience:

• Over 10 years in the legal sector.
• Over 7 years in management roles.
• Initially worked with Bott & Co and M W Halsalls.
• Managed an array of pubs, clubs, and bars after leaving the legal sector in 2015.
• Successfully managed a £1m business over the financial year 2017-2018.

Specialisation and Expertise:

• Personal Injury: Specialises in RTA, OL, PL, and EL claims.
• Financial Miss-selling: Experienced in handling cases related to mortgages and loans, both litigated and non-litigated.

Achievements and Highlights:

• Career Transition: Successfully transitioned from managing pubs to taking on significant roles in the legal sector.
• Client Awards: Dedicated to securing fair and reasonable awards for clients.

Approach to Client Service:

• Client Care: Warm, welcoming, and caring. Personal experience with a severe car accident allows for easy relatability to clients.
• Work Ethic: Known for going above and beyond for clients, ensuring their needs are met.

Personal Interests:

• Hobbies: Keen footballer

Motivation and Inspiration:

• Career Motivation: Inspired to pursue a career in law by a college law tutor who highlighted the importance of helping those in need.

Future Aspirations:

• Professional Goals: Aims to lead his team to be one of the best within the firm and continue to make a profit for KLS. Aspires to continue being an important asset to KLS Law.

Overview: Jacob grew up in Warrington and has been driven to pursue a career in law from a young age. With a strong dedication to helping clients achieve the best possible outcomes, Jacob has developed a rewarding career in the legal field.

Education and Background:

• Undergraduate Degree: 2:1 in Law, University of Liverpool
• Postgraduate Studies: Master’s degree and LPC, University of Law, Liverpool
• Other Qualifications: GCSEs and A-Levels

Professional Experience:

• Industry Experience: 3 years
• Career Path:
  • Worked in a couple of law firms prior to KLS, all in fee earning roles
• Case Handling: Specialises in handling small claim RTA cases

Specialisations:

• Client Outcomes: Helping clients achieve the best possible outcome

Approach to Client Service:

• Attributes: Understanding and empathetic to the scenarios clients find themselves in

Future Goals:

• Career Progression: Aspires to secure a training contract and help the business continue to grow