Introducing our Group Action solicitors

Our group action lawyers use the strength of collective action to hold organisations to account. This means individuals can pursue justice and compensation that might otherwise feel out of reach. As one of the UK’s leading clinical negligence firms, we have the scale, experience and resources to pursue complex group action claims effectively. Led by Partner and Head of Clinical Negligence Christian Beadell, our group action solicitors bring together decades of combined experience in all levels of claims.

How we can help

A personal service

While group claims harness the power of collective action, at Fletchers we never lose sight of the individual.

Regardless of the size of your group claim, you’ll have a dedicated solicitor who will personally manage your individual claim.

Your solicitor will be on hand to guide you through the process, listen to what happened, and ensure your voice is heard.
Experts in medical negligence

Fletchers Solicitors handle more medical negligence claims than any other firm in the UK.

Our scale and experience mean we can spot patterns and systemic failings early, often identifying potential group actions before issues become widely known.

Our size allows us to invest in the latest technology, manage large volumes of cases efficiently, and build powerful, coordinated claims on behalf of those affected.
A collaborative approach

Our collaborative approach ensures we get the very best results for our clients.

We work closely with NHS Resolution, NHS Trusts and other defendants, and the strong professional relationships we’ve built ensure a smoother, more efficient route to resolution, while always protecting our clients’ best interests and often enables us maximise the compensation our clients receive.

Christian Beadell

Partner & Head of Clinical Negligence
Christian is a Partner and Clinical Negligence Solicitor with over 25 years’ experience. He has worked on some of the largest group actions in the UK, including acting as a lead claimant solicitor in the MMR litigation and representing hundreds of women in the George Rowland Litigation against the Liverpool Women’s and Aintree Hospitals. Recognised in the Legal 500, Christian firmly believes in the delivery of access to justice for all level of claims.

Francesca Paul

Partner & Medical Negligence Solicitor
Francesca Paul is a Partner at Fletchers and a lead lawyer in the Group Actions team, with extensive experience in complex group litigation. She is highly regarded for her strategic approach and has led large-scale claims involving significant numbers of clients. Francesca previously acted in the landmark Supreme Court case Armes v Nottinghamshire County Council, which established the vicarious liability of local authorities for the actions of foster parents.

Matthew Mitchell-Jennings

Team Leader & Clinical Negligence Solicitor
Matthew is a Solicitor and Team Leader specialising in clinical negligence group action claims. He leads a team of lawyers handling cases, including those concerning orthopaedic surgeon Mian Munawar Shah, Mr Jeremy Parker and the Bristol Heart Institute. With a background in biomedical science, Matthew brings a unique perspective to complex medical cases, ensuring every aspect is thoroughly investigated.

Our cases

Through collective action, we’re able to help those who might otherwise be left without recourse – see how group litigation has helped people seek justice.

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The benefits of making a group action claim

Strength in numbers:

Making a group action claim is a powerful way to hold organisations to account. We can harness the collective power of multiple voices to build stronger, more strategic cases, creating a greater overall momentum to your claim. This can mean faster case progression, sharper expert insight, and collaborative resolution.

Systemic change:

We understand that for many of our clients, pursuing a claim is about more than compensation, it’s about making sure lessons have been learned. By engaging with defendants in a constructive and collaborative way, we can help make real changes to patient safety and NHS culture, to make sure others don’t experience the same medical failings.

Shared experience:

Making a claim can feel overwhelming, particularly when you’re dealing with the impact of medical negligence. Being part of a group action means joining forces with others in a similar position, which can provide reassurance and a shared understanding. We can also connect you with trusted support and community groups so you can share your experience and access additional support.