Gemma Weeks

Gemma joined Fletchers in March 2015 and works as a catastrophic injury solicitor on high value and complex cases with clients who have suffered injuries including traumatic brain injury, amputation, paraplegia, complex orthopaedic, nerve damage and fatalities. She works closely with the in-house Court of Protection Team representing clients who lack capacity and require a deputy.

Gemma is involved with her client’s life when they are at their most vulnerable developing trusted relationships with clients and their families. Gemma’s personality puts her clients at ease and her skills and experiences reassure them that they are in safe hands. Alongside her legal role, Gemma has been active in assisting several charities including Headway Central Lancashire, Spinal Injuries Association, and the Brain Charity. She also believes in supporting those entering the legal profession and provides mentoring.

“Gemma is incredibly professional, friendly, supportive and understanding.”

“I have been dealt with courteously and empathetically whilst they have demonstrated the utmost discretion towards my issues. Their professionalism has been outstanding.”

“Gemma is very understanding, caring, helpful and professional. Communication is great. As we are Polish, the legal language may be difficult to understand at times, however Gemma does her best to explain all the problems clearly.”

Notable Settled Cases

XXX and XXXY v Adil Tutla [2021]

A settlement of £6.5 million was achieved relating to a young man who had sustained a significant brain injury.

NC v Royal Mail Group Limited

A settlement comprising of a £1.75 million lump sum with additional lifelong annual payments following a spinal cord injury.

Qualifications

LLB Law Degree

Publications & Accreditations

Personal Injury Awards Young Achiever of the Year 2021
Assisted on XXX and XXXY v Adil Tutla [2021] which was nominated for ‘Case of the Year’ at Personal Injury Awards 2021
Fletcher Solicitors ‘Junior Lawyer of the Year’ 2018
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