2015 Legal Awards

M&A awards Legal Awards 2015 11 LEGAL awards • The aforementioned meeting will be followed up should you wish with a business development meeting during which we can together consider your future needs and Litigaid Law Ltd can where ap- propriate put you in touch with Managed Professionals who can assist in areas such as tax planning, coaching and mentoring, banking, recruitment and other. About the author: Samantha Essenhigh Samantha Essenhigh was one of the founders of Litigaid Law UK and Gibraltar. Samantha is a Senior Litigation Executive, the Managing Director and HOFA of the Firm. With over 12-years working in the field of civil litigation, Samantha has extensive experience in Personal Injury, Clinical/Medical Negligence, Cosmetic Negligence, Professional Negligence, Sports Injury and complex Commercial Litigation including areas that encompass Breach of Contract, Asset Purchase and Shareholders Disputes. Samantha has also been involved in claims against Government(s), HMRC, the FCA, international profes- sional practices and is actively pursuing cases against major Financial Institutions in the wake of alleged negligence surrounding Interest Variable Rate Swap loans, Mis-sold Mortgages and Global Investment Funds. Samantha’s approach to her clients, and indeed the Law, maybe considered “unconventional”. Unlike many law firms and lawyers, she has always been passionate about ensuring that clients do not enter into protracted litigation purely for the sake of it: “It is important to remember that the needs of our clients come first. They have approached us with a problem causing them heightened anxiety and stress as a result, more often than not, of financial loss, pain and suffering. Our job wherever possible is to ease that burden and to ensure that we don’t encourage arduous and costly court proceedings, which only create further hardship and negativity. In essence: to resolve our clients’ problems as amicably and as quickly as possible should be our primary concern at all times” she said. Samantha understands how difficult a case can be for clients, and is dedicated to providing an exceptional service. She will always endeavour to ensure that clients of Litigaid Law are not only represented, but are also supported through the legal process, both professionally and personally: “I understand that our clients’ worries do not simply subside outside of working hours. This is why I invite all our clients to contact me at any time if they feel it necessary. I am accessible via both my mobile and email” she comments. Samantha also understands the financial stress faced by many individuals in the UK as a result of changes in legislation, and the mechanisms of larger law firms and organizations that make gaining justice prohibitive. She continues to actively seek new methods of funding for clients so that they can seek the justice they rightfully deserve. As Practice Manager, Samantha leads a highly talented and experienced legal and support team. She is the allocated and SRA approved “COFA” (Compliance Officer for Finance and Administration) ensuring that all areas of the business meet the high expectations both individual and corporate clients have come to expect from the firm. Samantha has a keen business development and legal focus. She has created global contacts with a wide range of expertise making Litigaid Law a well-connected and client ready firm. “Litigaid Law isn’t a conventional or traditional law firm. We are different because we care. Our client focused approach, and the high level of care and support we offer is extended to all our clients, both individuals and corporate. We will do our very best to ensure our clients gain the justice they deserve and peace of mind” she added.