Hodge Jones & Allen Medical Negligence

Hodge Jones & Allen Solicitors Named in The Times Best Law Firms 2026 Hodge Jones & Allen Solicitors has been named among The Times Best Law Firms 2026 for the eighth consecutive year, recognised for excellence in areas including Crime, Family, Human Rights, and more.

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We’re proud that our team has been recognised in The Times Best Law Firms 2026 in the category of Clinical Negligence.

A testament to our commitment to achieving justice for those affected by medical negligence.

#BestLawFirms #LegalExcellence #MedicalNegligence

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After the NHS trust was fined over the “death trap” ward where Alice Figueiredo died, her mother continues to push for change.

Partner, Nina Ali supports her call for justice while urging stronger accountability across the NHS to drive real reform & protect vulnerable patients.

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Emotions ran high at today’s Lampard Inquiry.

Families of those who died under #EssexMentalHealth services shared their anger over repeated failings.

Our Partner Nina Ali told @itvanglia.bsky.social the system needs urgent, comprehensive reform and temporary measures are not enough.

A special shout out to Partner, Nina Ali, her “great judgement and instinct” have seen her recognised as a DEI Champion in this year’s rankings.

We’re proud to be ranked again in #ChambersUK2026 in the category of Clinical Negligence: Mainly Claimant.

Praised as “a phenomenal team and a pleasure to work with”, we couldn’t be happier with this recognition of our hard work.

#ChambersUK2026 #TeamHJA #LegalExcellence #ClientCommitment

We’re pleased to maintain our ranking in the “Clinical Negligence – Mainly Claimant” category in the Legal 500 UK 2026 Guide, showcasing our expertise and commitment to the rights of our clients.

#Legal5002026 #Legal500

Mahatma Gandhi, a lawyer by training, a leader by conviction.

Gandhi pioneered peaceful resistance & reshaped the fight for justice in India & beyond.

His story is a reminder that true power often lies in peaceful resistance.

#SAHM2025 #RootsToRoutes #SouthAsianHeritageMonth

I knew my husband would harm himself and someone else - the NHS let them down Mark Tyler had been in contact with Essex NHS mental health services for years and had warned staff he was a danger to himself and others. He went on to kill his mother and take his own life

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The tragic case of Mark Tyler reveals systemic failures in NHS #mentalhealth care.

Partner, Agata Usewicz, representing 120+ victims at the #LampardInquiry, urges urgent national action to improve treatment for patients with dual diagnoses.

#EssexMentalHealth #EPUT

We’re proud to support #BirthTraumaAwarenessWeek2025.

This week, let’s stand in solidarity. Share stories. Amplify voices. Push for change.

Because every parent deserves respectful, safe, and compassionate care.

#GoodMaternityCareForAll #BTAW2025

Hodge Jones & Allen Senior Team

We’re excited to announce that we have acquired the renowned Birds #Solicitors.

Steven Bird is joining our #CriminalDefence team, bringing decades of expertise & a team with an outstanding reputation. We’re thrilled to continue our shared mission of challenging injustice together.

#LegalSupport

What a day!

We were honoured to join the #LondonLegalWalk in June, bringing together thousands of legal professionals supporting access to justice for those who need it most.

Thanks to your generosity we were able to raise £837 for frontline legal advice services.

#LegalAid #AccessToJustice

Hodge Jones and Allen team taking part in London Legal Walk

Gorgeous weather, great company, & a wonderful cause!

Thanks to everyone who joined us on the #LondonLegalWalk yesterday. Thousands walked to ensure no one is denied legal help when they need it most.

Thank you for every step, share, & donation.

#LegalAid #AccessToJustice

NHS trust and manager failed young woman who killed herself Alice Figueiredo died in a mental health unit after a staff member and trust failed to take reasonable care for her safety, jurors find

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Mother of woman who died after NHS failings fears more people will come to harm An Essex ward manager was found guilty of failing to take reasonable care for the health and safety of patients

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Following the verdicts in the Alice Figueiredo case, Partner, Priya Singh advocates for Jane Figueiredo's inclusion in the #LampardInquiry, stressing the importance of accountability and learning from past failings in mental health care.

#MentalHealthMatters #MedicalNegligence

The London Legal Walk We're taking on 10k for justice Sponsor our Team!

Just 1 week until we hit the streets for the #LondonLegalWalk!

We'll be joining 15,000 passionate walkers to raise vital funds for #AccessToJustice. Every donation makes a real difference in ensuring legal help for vulnerable individuals.

Join our efforts and donate today!

'My brother took his own life 48 hours after discharge from NHS mental health care' Daniel Fairman received psychiatric help after suddenly developing severe mental illness following a diagnosis of Lyme disease - but medics said he was well enough to go home

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Christina Jose Chartered Legal Executive Medical Negligence

Mental health services must be more than reactive.

Daniel Fairman was failed on every level. Christina Jose, Lawyer, representing families at the Lampard Inquiry, says this case shows why urgent mental health reform is needed now.

#LampardInquiry #MedicalNegligence #MentalHealth

Leticia Williams, Riffat Yaqub, Anne Sanders, Emma Pilling and Geoffrey Simpson Scott

Partners Leticia Williams, Riffat Yaqub, Anne Sanders and Geoffrey Simpson-Scott had a wonderful evening of champagne tasting at Fieldfisher.

Thank you to Child Brain Injury Trust and Emma Pilling for making it such an enjoyable and engaging event.

#MedicalNegligence #ChildBrainInjury

We're proud to sponsor The Highgate Fair

We're thrilled to be sponsoring The #FairInTheSquare in #Highgate this weekend!

This year we are supporting Whittington Health Charity, a North London charity committed to improving the lives of over 500,000 people through access to healthcare.

Drop by our stall and say hello.

#HighgateFair

In 2 weeks we’ll be joining 15,000 passionate walkers for this year’s #LondonLegalWalk.

Together, we’re raising vital funds to ensure access to justice for those who need it most. Every donation helps bridge the gap.

Stand with us. Walk with us. Donate now!

#LegalWalk #AccessToJustice

Pride Month 2025

We’re proud of our LGBTQI+ colleagues and allies who make Hodge Jones & Allen a stronger, more inclusive firm.

This #PrideMonth, we reaffirm our commitment to championing equal rights and protections for the LGBTQI+ community.

#Pride2025 #LoveIsLove #LGBTQI+ #EqualityForAll

Mental Health Crisis Centres: A Promising Reform That Must Not Fall Short of Legal and Clinical Standards The NHS rollout of mental health crisis centres aims to address critical failings, but risks remain if legal and clinical standards are not met. Read more from HJA’s perspective.

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Crisis centres can’t just be well intentioned, they must be legally sound.

Zaki Kabir examines how underfunding could lead to clinical failings and liability risks. Without real investment, this reform risks becoming another broken promise.

#NHS #MedicalNegligence #MentalHealth

The London Legal Walk 2025

Just 3 weeks to go until this year’s #LondonLegalWalk supporting frontline free legal services.

We’ll be amongst 15,000 walkers taking on the 10km challenge. All money raised brings us a step closer to making justice and support accessible to all!

#LegalWalk #AccessToJustice

Nina Ali, Priya Singh, Grace Foley & Agata Usewicz attending All-Party Parliamentary Group on Mental Health chaired by Sojan Joseph MP

Our team attended the All Party Parliamentary Group on #MentalHealth focusing on The #LampardInquiry.

Sojan Joseph MP agreed that the Inquiry must drive national change, we can’t risk recommendations without reform & the Inquiry ending with a shelved report.

#JusticeForFamilies

Inquiry into Essex mental health deaths on 'troubling path' Concerns are raised about the level of progress at the Lampard Inquiry into mental health deaths.

We cannot let avoidable failures jeopardise the credibility of the Lampard Inquiry.

We remain steadfast in our commitment to securing answers, accountability & justice. The families must remain at the heart of this process.

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