Clyde & Co strengthens UK healthcare practice with hire of Louise Jackson

Global law firm, Clyde & Co has announced the appointment of medical negligence specialist Louise Jackson as a partner in its Manchester office.

Louise is an experienced defendant clinical negligence practitioner and is joining from Browne Jacobson where she worked since 2015 and was made partner in 2022. Her clients include the Medical Protection Society (MPS) with a focus on defending primary care practitioners and private clinicians, in addition to defending clinical negligence matters for NHS Resolution, private clients and insurers.

Claire Petts, Head of Healthcare at Clyde & Co, says: “Our healthcare team has seen significant growth recently and Louise’s appointment allows us to provide expert response to this increased client demand. Her addition to our healthcare team in Manchester not only enhances our capabilities in the North West but across our entire UK network too.”

Louise Jackson comments: “The reputation of a law firm is key and for me the Clyde & Co name speaks for itself. I want to work with the best lawyers and support staff and for the best clients. The opportunity to be part of this team which is growing exponentially is exciting and I look forward to being part of its future.”

Louise joins Clyde & Co with a stellar industry reputation, having been recognised in Legal 500 as ‘a next generation partner’. Amidst her wealth of experience, she has particular expertise within the dental sector and representing dentists, a focus she will maintain at Clyde & Co.

Clyde & Co's healthcare group is recognised for its extensive industry knowledge and offers a range of legal services covering public and private sectors in the UK and globally. In the UK, Clyde & Co operates through 14 offices in Aberdeen, Belfast, Birmingham, Bristol, Derry, Edinburgh, Glasgow, Guildford, Leeds, Liverpool, London, Manchester, Newcastle and Southampton.