Solicitor at Lester Aldridge LLP
Tom Hartigan
Solicitor - Senior Associate
SRA ID: 383890
Tom has over 25 years of experience in personal injury and clinical negligence law. He exclusively represents claimants, often those facing life-changing injuries. Tom has successfully concluded intricate, high-value litigation in personal injury and clinical negligence, particularly in catastrophic cases involving brain and/or spinal injuries. His focus on spinal injury cases has spanned many years, during which he collaborated closely with the Spinal Injury Association (SIA), advocating for their injured members. Tom also brings a wealth of expertise in severe brain injuries, and fatal accidents. His areas of specialism also encompass coronial law, where he represents bereaved families and other interested parties. He has extensive experience representing bereaved families at inquests, providing regular guidance to clients on the procedural intricacies involved when a case is referred to the coroner. Additionally, Tom is well-versed in handling Criminal Injuries Compensation Authority (CICA) claims, including representing appellants at First Tier Tribunals.
Mountbatten House, Grosvenor Square, Southampton, SO15 2JU
Licensed for 18 years
Practice Areas
Clinical Negligence, Personal Injury
- Personal Injury 50%
- Clinical Negligence 50%
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About Tom Hartigan
Tom has over 25 years of experience in personal injury and clinical negligence law. He exclusively represents claimants, often those facing life-changing injuries. Tom has successfully concluded intricate, high-value litigation in personal injury and clinical negligence, particularly in catastrophic cases involving brain and/or spinal injuries. His focus on spinal injury cases has spanned many years, during which he collaborated closely with the Spinal Injury Association (SIA), advocating for their injured members. Tom also brings a wealth of expertise in severe brain injuries, and fatal accidents. His areas of specialism also encompass coronial law, where he represents bereaved families and other interested parties. He has extensive experience representing bereaved families at inquests, providing regular guidance to clients on the procedural intricacies involved when a case is referred to the coroner. Additionally, Tom is well-versed in handling Criminal Injuries Compensation Authority (CICA) claims, including representing appellants at First Tier Tribunals.
Languages Spoken: English
Contact Tom Hartigan
Address
Lester Aldridge LLP
Mountbatten House
Grosvenor Square
Southampton
SO15 2JU
Phone 07946 810665
WebsiteLegal cases
CASE NAME
Mr PH
OUTCOME
Mr H – Claimant was a contracted builder and sustained a catastrophic spinal injury when he fell through the floor of a chapel that was being renovated. Liability was initially disputed by the Defendant, who raised issues of contributory negligence. Proceedings were served and the case eventually settled in a Joint Settlement Meeting prior to trial, with the Claimant recovering 100% of his damages which were in excess of £2 million. Claimant’s father witnessed his son’s fall, a separate claim was successfully brought for the father as a secondary victim.
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LICENSE
Country
Status
Acquired
Updated
United Kingdom
Currently Registered
02/04/07
04/06/25
We found no instances of professional misconduct for this solicitor
WORK EXPERIENCE
Title
Name
Duration
SRA-approved manager - Member
Trethowans
?-13-05-2025
Solicitor
Lester Aldridge LLP
13-05-2025-present
