Professional Negligence Solicitors
If you’ve been let down by a professional, our litigation specialists can help you make a claim to put things right and even secure compensation.
Professional negligence claims: Expert legal advice
Clear advice when standards fall short
When you place your trust in a professional – whether a solicitor, accountant, surveyor, architect, or medical adviser – you are entitled to expect a competent service delivered to the appropriate professional standard.
In most cases, that’s exactly what happens. But when it doesn’t, the consequences can be significant: financial loss, missed opportunities, failed claims, or long-term personal impact. If you’ve been let down by a professional, understanding your position and your options is the first step towards putting things right.
At Tees, we provide clear, practical advice to help you assess whether you have a professional negligence claim and what to do next.
Solicitor negligence and second opinions
If your concern relates to how a solicitor has handled your case, it is important to seek independent advice from a firm with expertise in the relevant area.
While standards across the profession are high, mistakes can and do happen. Some firms take on complex claims without the necessary experience. Others may miss critical deadlines or provide incorrect advice.
If you are worried about the conduct of your claim or the advice you have received, we can provide a reliable second opinion and advise whether you may have a claim against your previous solicitor.
Holding professionals to account
Professional negligence arises when a professional fails to exercise reasonable skill and care, and you suffer loss as a result.
Our experienced team will:
Carefully assess the merits of your claim
Provide a realistic view of your prospects of success
Explain the likely process and timescales
Advise on funding options and manage the financial risk of bringing a claim
Work to recover compensation for the losses you’ve incurred
We understand that raising a claim against a professional can feel daunting. Our approach is straightforward and supportive — focused on achieving a solution that works for you, whether through negotiation or, if necessary, court proceedings.
Common examples of solicitor negligence include:
Delays in investigating or progressing a claim
Failing to issue proceedings within strict court time limits
Incorrect advice on the merits of a claim
Under-settling a case, resulting in inadequate compensation
Incorrectly deducting excessive costs from your damages
Where appropriate, we will explore whether your original claim can be revived or pursued further. If that is not possible, we will assess whether you are entitled to compensation for the loss you have suffered.
Our experience in professional negligence
- Accountants: obtaining damages for an incorrect set of accounts
- architects: recovering £250,000 relating to a defective building claim
- auditors: recovering £300,000 for a negligent audit
- builders: recovering £187,000 for defective workmanship
- dentist: bringing a claim for negligent dental treatment
- financial Advisers: relating to the creation of an excessive investment risk profile
- Insurance Brokers: for failing to ensure adequate cover was in place
- solicitors: obtaining damages for negligent will drafting, a failure to grant a right of way and for missing a personal injury deadline
- surveyors: claiming in relation to an over valuation and for failing to report the true condition of a property
- trade Union: acting for trade union member and obtaining damages of £72,000 from the Union for negligent legal advice.
Legal and financial advice under one roof
Tees is a top-tier Legal 500 firm offering joined-up legal and financial services. We have our own independent financial advisers (IFAs), who work closely with our lawyers.
Our advisers provide holistic financial planning and as we are not connected to any one provider, we can offer a whole-of-market approach for the range of products we can advise on. We can also give independent advice for a whole range of insurance products to protect you and your family. Our IFAs are regulated and authorised by the Financial Conduct Authority, which means we’re accountable for the advice we give.
Get in touch today, we’re here to help
If you’re considering a professional negligence claim, our specialist professional negligence solicitors can help you understand your legal options and whether you may be entitled to compensation. We provide clear, practical legal advice and guide you through every stage of your claim, tailored to your individual circumstances.
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