Biography
I am a Partner in the Medical Negligence team, based in Sheffield, where I lead a team of lawyers.
I have specialised in medical negligence for over 15 years and I handle a variety of claims. I have particular interest and expertise in:
- Birth injury claims, including cerebral palsy, neonatal deaths and stillbirth
- Amputation claims
- Spinal injury claims
- Cauda Equina claims
- Cancer claims
- Fatal claims including inquests, surgical claims and cosmetic surgery claims.
I have expertise in the assessment of maximum severity claims and am also experienced in the preparation of complex schedules of loss and damage, which value the level of compensation for patients who have been injured as a result of negligent medical treatment.
Prior to qualifying as a solicitor I was a Senior Operating Department Practitioner in the NHS where I gained extensive medical and surgical experience. This has proved to be invaluable in my day to day work as a medical negligence solicitor.
I regularly lecture to other lawyers and healthcare professionals in respect of medical negligence and patient safety, including for AvMA, SIA and the Expert Witness Institute.
What Inspired You To Get Into Law?
Whilst working in the NHS in my previous career, I became interested in medical ethics and medical law and in particular patient safety. I was passionate about being an advocate for patients and their families and following my qualification as a solicitor specialising in medical negligence this was reinforced and remains true to this day.
What Is The Most Rewarding Aspect Of Your Role?
Every day I am struck by the strength and the dignity that patients and their families who have been injured or affected by medical negligence cope with their injury or losses. I feel very humbled to work with these individuals, to find them answers and where appropriate seek compensation for their injuries to provide funds to assist with their day to day lives and if possible rehabilitation. I am also aware that bringing medical negligence claims and highlighting patient safety issues can raise standards of medical treatment and hopefully prevent similar incidents happening to other patients.
What Do You Like About Working At Irwin Mitchell?
Irwin Mitchell is a firm that puts clients' interests at the forefront of its business and no more so than in medical negligence and personal injury cases. The firm has a wealth of talented and experienced lawyers who work tirelessly for their clients to achieve the best possible outcome.
What Do You Do Away From The Office?
Away from the office and the Peak District being on my doorstep I enjoy the "Great Outdoors", mountain biking, rock climbing, walking. I also enjoy travelling and spending time with friends and family.
Testimonials
"Supportive, empathetic and highly skilled and knowledgeable... Very experienced and extremely able." - Chambers & Partners, 2022 (Leading Individual - Band 2)
"Julianne Moore is a brilliant leader and is top notch in her ability to engage with clients. She is tactically astute and fosters good working relationships with her opposite numbers." - Legal 500, 2022 (Leading Individual)
Julianne has "Fantastic judgement" - Legal 500, 2021 (Leading Individual)
Julianne "shows exceptional knowledge of the medical issues surrounding brain injury" - Chambers & Partners, 2021 (Leading Individual - Band 2)
Julianne "is absolutely meticulous on the detail." – Chambers & Partners, 2020
Julianne "is a terrific, very hardworking and hugely experienced and practical lawyer. She recently achieved a fantastic result for a catastrophically injured client with cerebral palsy." – Legal 500, 2020
Julianne is recognised as a "Leading Individual" who helps head up a clinical negligence practice that is "among the best in its field," consistently meeting the "highest standards in terms of expertise, experience and client care." – Legal 500, 2018
"Julianne Moore and Rosie Charlton handled my case with professionalism and humanity. They understood a lot of the issues I have. They guided me through the process with patience, understanding and explanation when necessary so i understood there advice and guidance. I am grateful for them travelling several times across the country to see me face to face." - 5* Trustpilot review
"When dealing with both Julianne and Anne, they at all times were readily available and always happy to listen or discuss any issues or concerns which we had and always put our minds at ease, which certainly made the whole process far more easier to deal with and keep in control of... They gave me confidence and reassurance and I felt very much support during the Court proceedings.
"I found that this team of experts were at all times, friendly, empathetic, tenacious and professional, which I certainly believe had a big impact on the successful outcome of my daughters legal battle. Without a doubt, I would highly recommend these ladies at Irwin Mitchell, they are certainly a team of professionals who you can rely on when dealing with very important and consequential legal matters." - 5* Trustpilot review
"Julianne Moore and Rosie Charlton provided an exceptional service to me throughout my medical negligence claim. I found the process somewhat challenging and upsetting and they were always unbelievably kind, considerate and understanding of the sensitive nature of my claim and the impact and scope of the effect my injuries had had. They showed great understanding and empathy, keeping the lines of communication open and were always prompt in replying to any queries or concerns I raised.
"The service they provided throughout was impeccable and I could now have asked for more. They achieved me a fantastic outcome and I will be ever grateful to both for the work and time they put into a complicated case and for the tenacity with which they they worked. I would recommend Irwin Mitchell for their services in medical negligence claims and take this opportunity to thank Julianne and Rosie for representing me." - 5* Trustpilot review
"They were always kind, courteous, professional, polite, civil, timely, accurate, punctual, friendly, warm, empathetic and profession. But the most important thing for me was they were always there for us no matter when. I never ever felt anything was any trouble for them at any point and I always had the same person to contact. I could not recommend Irwin Mitchell more highly to anyone if you ever have to suffer one of these horrendous life changing events." - 5* Trustpilot review
"Irwin Mitchell have been outstanding in the handling of our very complex, lengthy and difficult case. Their professionalism, commitment and personable nature has been second to none, and has led us to feel at ease and comfortable in their handling of the process. They've always been on hand to answer questions, pursue enquiries or support the family. Julianne and Rosie are credits to themselves and the company." - 5* Trustpilot review
