Gary Milligan

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.