Biography
I head up the Asbestos-Related Disease team in Bristol. I specialise exclusively in helping people and their families who are suffering illness because of asbestos exposure. I've been working in this field for most of my working life and am very passionate about helping people who are affected by these diseases, through no fault of their own and usually many years after the exposure happened. I'm often working with clients at a time when they were looking forward to enjoying their retirement.
I work hard to make everything run as smoothly as possible for my clients and therefore seek to resolve claims as quickly as possible. I am qualified as a solicitor in Canada as well as England and Wales.
Testimonials
Virginia Chalmers is well experienced in asbestos disease claims. She regularly represents claimants in mesothelioma cases She is extremely professional. She has great rapport with patients. She is highly knowledgeable and very efficient. Virginia is good and has done this for a long time. She's a go-to in Bristol. - Chambers & Partners 2024 (Leading Individual - Band 3)
"Virginia Chalmers is excellent and at the top of her game... a fantastic litigator who really knows what they're doing." – Legal 500, 2021 (Leading Individual)
"Truly excellent." – Legal 500, 2018/19
“Highly reliable” and renowned for her “first- class knowledge”, in particular of asbestos-related claims, and her excellent client skills.” – Legal 500, 2017
Client Testimonials
"I would like to thank the both of you for being so helpful and understanding and honest when dealing with my late father's claim. From the first visit with Dad, Mum and me at their home when you explained the process and the time it could take due to so many different insurance companies involved in the claim, I felt you were two people we could work with. This continued right until the end; even during lockdown they kept me informed by email and mobile calls. If ever I called ether of them they would get back to me as soon as they were able. I never once had to leave a second message to chase them up." – 5* Trustpilot review
"Virginia Chalmers and her team helped with a claim regarding compensation for exposure to asbestos. At all times she was extremely patient, explained everything in a considered manner and put us at our ease. At every step of the way, we were able to contact her or her team with any questions. The service they provided was exceptional in a quite scary time" - 5* Trustpilot review
"Shortly after our first meeting with Virginia Chalmers my husband became very ill and sadly passed away but she continued supporting me with the claim. Virginia dealt with the case with great professionalism whilst displaying compassion and understanding. With her extensive knowledge of this disease she was truly instrumental to the overall outcome of the case which led to a settlement being made. I would recommend Virginia Chalmers to anybody who has the unfortunate need to make a mesothelioma claim." - 5* Trustpilot review
"Virginia Chalmers and her team were professional and supportive with regular updates throughout my late husbands compensation claim. They can be thoroughly recommended." - 5* Trustpilot review
"I found that nothing was too much trouble for Ginny. After a brief phone call Ginny was happy to visit me at home and we very thoroughly investigated my work history. In the end she completed all the paperwork for me and successfully claimed both the allowance and the compensation lump sum I was due. She was very sensitive throughout the process and put my mind at rest with her undoubted expertise on the subject. I would not hesitate in recommending to anyone in a similar position to mine" - 5* Trustpilot review
"I want express mine and my family’s gratitude to Virginia Chalmers for her professionalism, patience and understanding in reaching a settlement in respect of my late husband’s death from mesothelioma almost a year ago. At a very difficult time she visited us more than once, taking copious notes and talking us through the claim procedure. She has the rare gift of communicating well at all levels and put us all at our ease. We shall never be able to thank her enough for all she has done for us as a family and would recommend her without hesitation." - Client
"Considerate yet professional, Ginny provided our family with a considerate and caring service during a difficult family time. We were given full and careful explanations throughout the process and were treated with respect and dignity at all times. We’d fully recommend Irwin Mitchell, particularly Ginny, for all legal advice and representation." - Client
“Irwin Mitchell, and especially Virginia Chambers, have been a pleasure to work with. They have dealt with a very sensitive situation with great compassion for my family. They have always kept us informed with how the case was progressing. They have always been approachable and friendly. I would definitely recommend them.” – Client
“We soon realised we were dealing with a very experienced and thorough Solicitor in Virginia Chalmers. She spend a great deal of time talking with my late husband and advising us of the claim. After his death she explained all the calculations making it so easy to understand and was a pleasure to meet. We built a very friendly relationship which made the emotionally difficult discussions very comfortable. Everything discussed was formally followed up by letter. I cannot speak more highly of the company and Virginia." - Client
“They are a wonderful team of solicitors and I couldn't have asked for better. I was always kept informed throughout the whole process and everything was explained to me in detail so I could understand it fully. Also they got me the outcome I had hoped for. Many thanks for all your kindness and help." – Client
"Virginia Chalmers and Alexandra Lausen continuously gave my family professionalism, expertise and treated us with the utmost sensitivity while they managed our claim. They were proactive at every step, ensuring we understood every detail. Never once we were left wanting, or uncertain by the use of legal terminology or process. We always felt our case was in the very best of hands, and never once doubted any fact had not been thoroughly researched prior to any correspondence or meeting. My family will remain eternally grateful for all of their help." - Client
"Irwin Mitchell was recommended to my father through his medical treatment for mesothelioma. Ginny (Virginia) Chalmers carefully and sensitively led my father and our family through the legal process. My father passed in March 2018 and Ginny continued to work with us and follow through with my father's wishes. I live in Australia and she kept me fully informed at all times via email. She is easy to talk to and compassionate, she understands that it is a painful process and no amount of money will replace a loved one. Thank you so much Ginny." - Client
"I was diagnosed with mesothelioma 3 years ago and I decided to go with Irwin Mitchell who specialise in this condition to see if I had a claim against my former employers. Virginia Chalmers took on my case. After extensive research, with the help of Rebecca her associate it was found that one of my employers was liable. After 3 years the case was brought to a conclusion and I accepted a settlement negotiated on my behalf. Thank you for the care and compassion you have all shown to me and my wife during this time. Your service is very professional." - 5* Trustpilot review
"Virginia Chalmers and her assistant Annie Sheldon were both caring and considerate throughout what has been a difficult period in my life. I really appreciate all the effort put into making an application on my behalf to the DMPS, an application that had a positive outcome. I am very grateful for all their efforts and considerable expertise." - 5* Trustpilot review
