Thomas Schofield
Trainee Solicitor
Career
Thomas is a Trainee Solicitor in our Abuse Claims department, where he helps clients bring claims against individuals, social care services, care homes and employers, so they can get fair compensation for abuse or neglect.
He also advises clients on how to apply for compensation through the Criminal Injuries Compensation Scheme.
Thomas joined Simpson Millar in 2016 as a Paralegal and was promoted to Senior Paralegal in 2018, before beginning his Training Contract that year. He previously worked at Antony Hodari Shared Services, where he worked in the Kenyan Reparations department. He frequently travelled to Kenya to assist elderly claimants in their human rights and abuse cases.
Thomas also has experience in Employment Law, Clinical Negligence and Residential Conveyancing.
He graduated from the University of Liverpool with a 2:1 in law, before attending the University of Law in Manchester to study and achieve a Commendation in the Legal Practitioners Course. Thomas is also a member of the Association of Child Abuse Lawyers.
Interests outside of work
Thomas enjoys visiting sites of archaeological interest, and walking his dogs. He is an avid reader, enjoys painting, and spending time with his family.
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