Partner and Head of the Spinal Injury Team, Bolt Burdon Kemp, London
Victoria is a Partner and Head of the Spinal Injury Team, specialising in complex spinal cord injury claims. She represents clients who have sustained life-changing injuries due to personal injury—including road traffic collisions, workplace accidents, occupiers’ liability matters, and fatal accidents—as well as clinical negligence involving NHS and private practitioners.
With extensive experience supporting clients of all ages, including children and young people, Victoria offers more than legal expertise—she delivers personal, empathetic guidance to individuals and families facing enormous physical and emotional challenges.
Her work is described as both fearless and compassionate. Victoria is recognised by Chambers and Partners 2024 as an “up and coming star” in personal injury, praised for being “very personal, empathetic with clients, and an excellent lawyer with very good judgement.” The Legal 500 2024 echoes these sentiments, describing her as “one of the most talented solicitors in the field,” known for her warmth, tactical skill and “no-nonsense manner with defendants.”
Victoria routinely secures multi-million-pound settlements for clients with paraplegic and tetraplegic injuries. Her experience includes cases involving secondary complications such as neuropathic pain, pressure ulcers, and bladder and bowel dysfunction. She also has a particular interest in spinal cord injury women’s health.
Her focus is on ensuring clients receive compensation that reflects the full scale of their losses. She is dedicated to securing early interim payments and rehabilitation, advising on property adaptations, and collaborating with case managers and care teams to establish tailored therapeutic and support regimes.