Leading Manchester-based law firm, Rowlands Solicitors LLP, has experienced a 50 per cent growth in Personal Injury instructions over the last eight months.
 
Commenting on the dramatic rise, Jon Andrews, Joint Managing Partner, said: “For several years we have boasted a strong Personal Injury department and this incredible rise in instructions is testament to the hard work of the team and the reputation we have achieved.
 
The unprecedented level of growth follows the appointment of John Hesketh as a consultant. John was formerly a partner at Coleman's Solicitors and is now dedicated to developing referrals of road traffic accident and industrial disease work.
 
Jon Andrews added: “In bringing John on board we are confident that this department can continue to grow. We have invested heavily in case management systems and are currently recruiting case handlers and further fee earner staff.
 
We have seen that PI claims tend to increase during a period of downturn or recession, and our reputation in the sector means that we are viewed as a trusted advisor to those requiring legal assistance.
 
We are delighted to see such significant growth in one of our key departments and intend to build upon this in the future.”