Simpson Millar strengthens injury practice with acquisition of Forster Dean's Personal Injury portfolio

Simpson Millar has announced the acquisition of the Personal Injury and Clinical Negligence portfolio of Forster Dean as part of its strategy to scale its core offering. 

The deal strengthens Simpson Millar's capabilities across Personal Injury, Serious Injury, Catastrophic Injury and Clinical Negligence claims, with 12 new colleagues joining the Liverpool and Manchester offices. 

Forster Dean will continue to operate private client services from its Cheshire and Merseyside offices. 

This acquisition is part of Simpson Millar's growth strategy as it continues to invest in its people, capabilities and client offering. The caseload acquired has been successfully migrated onto the firm’s proprietary and sector-leading technology platform, ensuring that the service clients receive is excellent from day one. 

Simpson Millar’s CEO, Greg Cox, said: "We are delighted to welcome our new colleagues to Simpson Millar and to support clients whose matters have now transferred to the firm. 

"Forster Dean is an excellent practice, and the team joining us brings significant experience - particularly in serious and catastrophic injury claims. Their expertise complements our existing offering and strengthens our ability to support clients with complex and life-changing cases. 

"This transaction reflects our continued investment in both people and technology. We remain focused on sustainable growth and will continue to explore opportunities that align with our culture, strengthen our capabilities and enhance the service we provide to clients." 

With offices across the UK and more than 400 colleagues, Simpson Millar has established a reputation for providing trusted, expert legal advice across a range of practice areas focussed on the needs of its clients. 

This acquisition further strengthens the firm's injury practice while supporting its ambition to continue growing its presence and expertise across its key areas of law. 

Greg Cox added: “As the sector continues to consolidate, we are excited about the opportunities ahead. Our model allows us to grow at pace while staying focused on what matters most: delivering outstanding legal services and supporting our clients through important moments in their lives. We anticipate further acquisitions as we continue our journey to serve even more clients across our core areas of law.” 

Forster Dean Director, Dan Thompson, added: “Forster Dean is extremely proud of its history in the Personal Injury sector and has been privileged to serve so many Clients overs the years in a professional, expert and caring manner. With the changes in the sector, now is the right time for our Clients and our excellent team to move forward with Simpson Millar. 

“Simpson Millar have worked closely with us throughout this transaction to ensure our people and Clients have been the priority and we are grateful for their efforts. It's been a pleasure to work with Greg and his team.”