Biography
I am a Paralegal in the Asbestos and Occupational Diseases team based in Birmingham and specialise in mesothelioma claims.
I joined the firm shortly after graduating with a first-class law degree and I am currently undertaking further study to work towards qualification. Our team specialises in managing very serious and life changing illnesses relating to asbestos exposure. I focus exclusively on mesothelioma cases and collaborate with my colleagues to support their cases.
What do you like about working at Irwin Mitchell?
I enjoy working alongside a friendly, experienced and determined team who put their client's needs first. Irwin Mitchell is renowned for its exceptional client experience, and I am proud to be a part in delivering this.
What is the most rewarding aspect of your role?
The most rewarding aspect of my role is undoubtedly meeting clients and supporting those who have developed an asbestos-related illness. I find it fulfilling to help secure compensation that provides financial stability for loved ones and brings some positivity during a challenging time.
What inspired you to get into law?
I was inspired to go into law to help others, who through no fault of their own, have been disadvantaged and to achieve some form of justice for themselves and their families. I also enjoy challenging myself and I was inspired to go into law for this reason, as it is a demanding and challenging career, with no two days the same.
What do you do away from the office?
When I am away from the office, I enjoy playing and watching sport. I play netball at regional level and in the past, I have travelled to Australia to play against local teams and watch England Netball win the Commonwealth Games. I am also a supporter of Aston Villa Football club, which always keeps me entertained, more so in recent seasons.
I also love travelling and exploring new cities and have visited countries all over the world.
Testimonials
"In March 2023 I was diagnosed with Mesothelioma. I have always been fit and active until the start of 2023 when I found I could no longer do the things I used to and even have difficulty breathing at times. I was urged to seek redress from the organisation I was employed by for many years as it was shown that it was during this time that I was exposed to asbestos dust. I considered several solicitors but eventually settled on Irwin Mitchell as they displayed a good knowledge of dealing with personal injury claims involving this particular disease. Hayley Hill and her team were assigned to my case and my wife, and I were so glad we had made the right choice. We were very apprehensive about dealing with lawyers as, apart from mortgages and the like, ordinary people like us don't normally have to get involved in that sort of thing. Right from the initial meeting when Hayley and her colleague Jade visited us in the familiar surroundings of our own home (very important) we found them to be very caring and understanding of our upsetting circumstances. Throughout the whole process Hayley has explained things that we didn't understand, has guided us through the myriad of documents and forms that it was necessary to fill in, took pains to reassure us when medical examinations have had to be undertaken and generally behaved in a most professional, yet friendly manner, very difficult to get this right I imagine. The action at all times has been non-confrontational for us which we are so appreciative of. We have the utmost regard for Hayley, Jade and the rest of her team and for her specific knowledge of this disease and its treatments. Finally, now that the personal injury claim has been settled in our favour it is time to thank them properly for all the hard work that must go on, unsung, in the background. Thank you all so much." - 5* TrustPilot Review
"I am delighted to recommend the excellent professional services provided by my solicitor at Irwin Mitchell, Birmingham, Hayley Hill, assisted by Jade-Olivia Crutchley and Ellen Waters. Hayley’s tenacity and expertise over the two-year period of a complex civil action for damages came to a successful conclusion this month, with a settlement of a significant cash sum and unlimited coverage for any necessary private medical treatment for my condition. Throughout this challenging process, Hayley always responded clearly, helpfully and promptly to my many questions and used her expertise in this field to support my claim with the best available evidence and expert witness testimony. I am most grateful to Hayley for achieving this outstanding settlement for me" - 5* TrustPilot Review
"Irwin Mitchel have been representing me during a Industrial Injuries Claim. I have found them to be both professional and caring. They have always been available when I needed to speak to them and Hayley Hill and Jade-Olivia Crutchley have kept me informed of the latest developments at all times. I cannot praise them and the team enough and extremely grateful to them." - 5* TrustPilot Review
"Jade-Olivia and Hayley Hill helped my dad with his asbestos claim and worked absolute wonders for him. We highly recommend them if you ever need injury claim I cannot recommend them highly enough." - 5* TrustPilot Review
