We’re delighted to announce that Nadine Montgomery Allam will join an exceptional panel of speakers at the Scottish Young Lawyers Association’s upcoming event, “Beyond the Basics of Clinical Negligence.” The seminar, held on Wednesday, January 29, 2025, hosted by Thorntons LLP, promises to deliver valuable insights for trainee solicitors and practitioners in medical negligence law.
The event brings together some of Scotland’s most experienced legal professionals, including Ayla Iridag (Advocate), Andrew Pollock (Partner at Drummond Miller), and Katherine Trail (Solicitor at NHS Central Legal Office). This session will cover many important aspects of clinical negligence practice. Speakers will share their expertise, covering everything from recent Scottish case law to practical considerations in handling sensitive cases.
Key Topics Include:
- Recent Scottish clinical negligence cases
- NHS and SPSO complaints procedure
- Application of the Hunter v Hanley test
- Fatal Accident Inquiries
- Evidence gathering from both pursuer and defender perspectives
- Working with experts and counsel
- Trauma-informed legal practice
As specialists in medical negligence law, L&M Medilaw recognises the importance of continuous professional development in this complex field. The event, which is TCPD-authorised, offers attendees the flexibility to participate either in person at Thorntons Law LLP in Glasgow or virtually via Zoom.
“This event represents an excellent opportunity for legal professionals to deepen their understanding of clinical negligence practice,” says Nadine Montgomery Allam. “The diverse expertise of the speaking panel will provide valuable insights into both theoretical and practical aspects of this challenging area of law.”
The session will run from 9:00 AM to 11:00 AM and include a Q&A session. Attendees are encouraged to submit questions in advance to mail@syla.co.uk.
For those unable to attend live, Hey Legal will record the session, allowing members to watch it at their convenience. This recording ensures that valuable insights and knowledge shared during the event remain accessible to all members, maximising the educational benefit of this important session.
The event will be held at:
Thorntons Solicitors
4th Floor, Lomond House
9 George Square
Glasgow G2 1DY
Don’t miss this opportunity to enhance your clinical negligence practice knowledge and network with leading professionals in this practice area. The event is being partnered with Ampersand Advocates and promises to deliver valuable insights for all attendees, whether participating in person, via Zoom, or accessing the recording later through Hey Legal.