Patricia is a Director and Principal of Garden House Solicitors. She is an expert in the area of personal injury law and has been awarded special recognition from the Law Society for her expertise in that area of law. Accreditation by the Law Society means that she has skill, knowledge and experience in this major area of law and has been thoroughly tested and verified by the Law Society. Her accomplishment has been recognised by the Law Society through her appointment to the Law Society’s Personal Injury Panel.

Patricia is also a member of The Association of personal Injury Lawyers (APIL) and the College of Personal Injury Law (CPIL) and attends regular courses provided by these organisations to keep up to date with the law in this specialist area.

Having acquired a wealth of experience working in the legal profession for over 20 years, Patricia established Garden House Solicitors in 2006, creating an energetic, amicable and professional team of legal advisors.

Patricia has extensive experience in all areas of law offered by Garden House Solicitors. She is highly experienced in acting for clients that have suffered catastrophic injuries, including brain injuries, paralysis, multiple traumatic injuries, occupational disease and fatal injuries. Patricia also represents the families of victims of fatal road collisions at the Coroner’s inquest.

patricia@gardenhousesolicitors.co.uk

Kevin joined the firm in February 2010 as a paralegal and started his training contract in September 2010 under the supervision of Patricia Ling, Principal Solicitor.

Kevin has been representing Garden House Solcitors on national television (BBC, Sky News etc ) and in the national press (Daily Telegraph etc ) relating to the PIP Breast Implants cases currently in the news 2011/12.

Kevin has experience in all areas of law in which the firm practices. At present, Kevin is dealing with instructions received in the following areas:

• Personal Injury Claims;
• Product Liability Claims;

Group Action (PIP breast implant litigation, DePuy and other metal on metal hip implant litigation)
• Property, Landlord & Tenant and Nuisance Disputes;
• Employment Disputes; and
• Commercial & Civil Disputes.
Kevin is at the forefront of the high profile Poly Implant Prothese (“PIP”) breast implant cases. He has also received numerous instructions in respect of the DePuy ASR litigation from across the country.

He has a particular interest in product liability and contractual disputes (whether commercial, consumer, property or otherwise) and ensures that each client receives the highest standards of client care.

He completed his Law Degree with Honours at the Anglia Ruskin University and studied the Legal Practice Course at BPP Law School.

Prior to joining Garden House Solicitors, Kevin worked as a litigation paralegal with a firm in Essex. He has also worked on a pro-bono basis with various voluntary and charitable organisations.

Kevin is an active member of Thundersley Brass Band and is a Governor at the William de Ferrers School. He enjoys travelling, socialising, exercising and the theatre. You can contact Kevin on 01992 422 128 or at

Dave graduated from the University of Luton with an Honours degree in Law and went on to study Legal Practice at the University of Westminster.

Dave joined Garden House Solicitors as a trainee solicitor in January 2007 and having successfully completed his training qualified as a solicitor in March 2009.

Dave is experienced in working in all areas of law offered by the firm, however he specialises in personal injury law and dispute resolution. Dave’s caseload covers a broad spectrum of high value personal injury claims arising from road traffic accidents; accidents in the workplace and slipping and tripping cases. Dave has particular expertise in dealing with infant claimants and victims of dog attacks.

Dave is also experienced in dealing with commercial and contractual disputes.

Dave is an active supporter of the Road Victims Trust.

In his spare time Dave enjoys cooking and is an accomplished chef.

You can contact Dave at dave@gardenhousesolicitors.co.uk

Julie joined the firm in July 2011 and she provides support to Patricia Ling, the Principal Solicitor. Julie is line manager to the administrative staff and also has her own caseload handling claims for the victims of road traffic accidents. Julie has a long and distinguished career in the legal profession and is a pivotal member of the team.

Julie enjoys spending time with her family, particularly her two grandsons; she is also interested in keeping fit.

You can contact Julie at julie@gardenhousesolicitors.co.uk

Sharon is an expert in law relating to the elderly and specialises in the preparation of Wills and Lasting Powers of Attorney. She also assists clients with Court of Protection matters (including applications for deputy orders) and administration of estates.

Sharon is a member of the Alzheimer’s Society, the Parkinson’s Society and Action on Elder Abuse. She is also an associate professional member of Solicitors for the Elderly, an independent, national organisation of lawyers who provide specialist legal advice for older and vulnerable people, their families and carers.

Most of Sharon’s spare time is taken up exercising and training her 4 year old rescue dog, Kai, but she also enjoys dancing, reading, gardening and the theatre.

You can contact Sharon on 01992 422 128 or at sharon@gardenhousesolicitors.co.uk.

Craig Ward is a Solicitor and Author of Lasting Powers of Attorney: A Practical Guide (The Law Society). He is a Trainer and a CEDR Accredited Mediator specialising in civil law and vulnerable adults. He has a psychology degree and conducts legal research.

Craig’s areas of legal practice

*Drafting Lasting Powers of Attorney
*Mental Incapacity Law
*Elderly Care Law
*Court of Protection Litigation
*Wills and Probate

Legal Issues May 2011

Acted as Litigation friend for a vulnerable adult, settled a Mediation dispute on asset ownership, advised on mental capacity abilities, making a Court of Protection application, ran a course on drafting and severing clauses in Lasting Powers of Attorney (See www.lawtalks.co.uk).

Craig is a member of

Solicitors For the Elderly
The British Psychological Society

Craig enjoys reading, countryside walks and flute playing.

You can contact Craig on 01992 422 128 or at craig@gardenhousesolicitors.co.uk.

Nidhi joined the firm in September 2008. She practises all aspects of personal injury law, general litigation, dispute resolution, employment law and wills and probate.

Nidhi completed her Law Degree with Honours at the University of Hertfordshire and went on to study Legal Practice at Inns of Court School of Law. Prior to joining Garden House Solicitors, Nidhi embarked on various pro-bono activities including working for the Citizens’ Advice Bureau and the ICSL Pro Bono Advice Clinic. At Inns of Court School of Law Nidhi was awarded Prize Winner of the Sibel Dedezade Prize for her outstanding work on the Pro Bono Unit.

Nidhi speaks fluent Hindi and Punjabi. Nidhi enjoys music, travelling and socialising.

You can contact Nidhi at nidhi@gardenhousesolicitors.co.uk

Amanda joined the firm in July 2010 after completing her Secretarial and Business Admin Level 3 at Hertford Regional College.

Amanda answers the telephone and provides secretarial services to the solicitors.

In her spare time Amanda enjoys music and spending time socialising with friends and family

Andrew is a graduate from the University of Nottingham where he gained a First Class Degree in French and Spanish. He has worked for Garden House Solicitors since 2006 on an ad hoc basis assisting with International disputes. In particular he has translated complex legal arguments to both administrators of international companies in liquidation and insurance companies. He has been required to translate sophisticated legal terminology and convey arguments with accuracy style and panache.

Andrew is currently translating the European equivalent of Freedom of Information Act requests from medical device regulators in other jurisdictions.

Andrew is also responsible for setting up and maintaining the firm’s archiving system.

Andrew enjoys all sport, in particular football, and keeping fit

andrew@gardenhousesolicitors.co.uk

Silvy joined the firm in March 2011 and provides secretarial support to the Solicitors. She is currently completing her Legal Executive Training with the Institute of Legal Executives. Silvy has a Philosophy and Business Management degree and has over 8 years legal secretarial experience.

Silvy enjoys taking long walks with her beloved beagle puppy Pippa; she also enjoys socialising with friends and travelling.

You can contact Silvy at silvy@gardenhousesolicitors.co.uk

Ruth is the Practice Manager at Garden House Solicitors and her position entails managing the accounts dealing with salaries, accounting queries, cash flow, monthly reports and anything else that comes her way.

Ruth is a member of The Institute of Legal Cashiers and Administrators and has worked for Garden House Solicitors since the firm was established in April 2006.

Ruth’s spare time is spent with the love of her life, Macca, her retired greyhound and her other interests and hobbies include supporting Watford Football Club, Cooking, Reading, Theatre and catching up with family and friends.

You can contact Ruth at ruth@gardenhousesolicitors.co.uk

Carol joined the firm in September 2011 and she provides secretarial support to the Solicitors. Carol has had a long and distinguished career in the legal profession.

Carol enjoys spending time with her family, particularly her grandchildren, and also enjoys crosswords and general knowledge quizzes.

You can contact Carol at carol@gardenhousesolicitors.co.uk