Litigation Services

Quality-driven, outcomes-focused solutions for your legal challenges

Strata Solicitors, Gallagher Bassett's dedicated law firm, manages cases from start to finish, ensuring our clients are protected, supported, and fully informed at every stage. Our litigation approach is rigorous in pursuit yet collaborative in execution. Every claim is strategically assessed, proactively managed, and efficiently resolved, with complete transparency throughout.

We act for insurers, corporates, local authorities, educational institutions, charities, and other public sector bodies. We understand the commercial pressures facing businesses and the regulatory, reputational, and budgetary responsibilities that shape decision-making within the public sector. Our team works closely with in-house claims handlers, risk managers, and key stakeholders to determine whether claims should be robustly defended or strategically settled, delivering clear, tactical advice from early assessment through to litigation and trial.

For organisations seeking to control exposure, protect their interests, and achieve optimal outcomes, Strata is a trusted litigation partner. With specialist expertise in personal injury, commercial disputes, insurance claims, employer's liability, and public liability matters, we focus on measurable results not hours billed.

Our winning litigation approach includes

Defending claims. From initial site investigations through to court proceedings, settlement, discontinuance, or trial, we manage every stage of the process to deliver efficient, effective defence outcomes.
Controlling exposure. We ensure only appropriate claims proceed to litigation with clear strategies in place.
Protecting client interests. We protect clients by preventing default judgments and coordinating with stakeholders including insured, third-party administrators (TPAs), insurers, employees, agents, and witnesses to safeguard our clients' legal and reputational position.
Efficiently managing cases. We provide clear litigation reports and post-litigation action plans, and use advanced case management systems to ensure transparency, consistency, and cost control.
Integrating pre- and post-litigation teams. Our seamless collaboration between pre-litigated and litigated claims teams ensures continuity, robust case strength assessments and cost-effective decision-making.
Strategic litigation planning. A comprehensive strategy report supports every case, outlining the legal position, evidential considerations, risk analysis, and recommended next steps — thereby empowering informed decision-making.

What makes Strata Solicitors different

Client-focused outcomes

We measure success by results, not time recorded. Our strategies are aligned with your operational, financial, and reputational priorities — whether that means defending liability, narrowing issues, or resolving complex disputes efficiently.

Specialist insurance litigation

We bring deep expertise in claims defence, liability disputes, and insurance-related litigation, delivering targeted legal strategies for insurers, corporates, and public sector organisations operating in high-risk and regulated environments.

Experienced team of solicitors

Our team has decades of experience managing high-value, complex, and multi-party claims across the UK, including matters involving public bodies and sensitive stakeholder engagement.

Data-driven insights

We leverage claims data, industry trends, and opponent analysis to inform smarter litigation strategies and deliver cost-effective, evidence-led outcomes.

Flexible fee structures

We offer hourly rates, fixed fees, or bespoke arrangements tailored to your organisation's needs, providing predictability and value without compromising quality.

Learn more about our litigation specialisms

Our motor claims service reduces litigation risks through:

Know-your-opponent strategies. By leveraging our vast claims database, we identify repeat credit hire companies, and fraudulent patterns — saving clients significant time and money.
Gatekeeper sessions. We work with your pre-litigation claims handling team, avoiding unproductive litigation.
Specialist solicitors. We have specialist credit hire, counter fraud, and large loss solicitors.
Integrated pre- and post-litigation teams. The seamless collaboration between our teams guarantees continuity, case strength assessment, and cost-effectiveness.
Detailed litigation strategy reports. A comprehensive report supports every case, outlining the legal position, evidence, risks, and recommended actions.

Expert advice on both employer liability and public liability cases

Our experienced specialists can provide expert advice on both employer liability and public liability cases, including:

Stress-related and health and safety claims
Coverage disputes
Fatal and large-loss incidents
Claims for accidents in schools, public spaces, and highways
High-profile cases such as housing block fires with multi-party involvement

Tailored, strategic property litigation solutions

Property disputes can be complex, time-consuming, and costly. That's why we deliver tailored, strategic property litigation solutions for landlords, tenants, developers, investors, and property owners. Our aim is always to protect your property interests while reducing risks and maximising recoveries.

We manage claims involving:

Escape of water (leaks, flooding, or burst pipes)
Subsidence and structural instability
Contractor negligence and construction-related damage
Vehicle impact (damage to barriers, walls, or buildings)

Proven track record defending disease-related claims across the UK

Our occupational disease team handles both pre-litigation and litigated matters for insurers, educational institutions, and private companies. We provide deep technical knowledge and have a proven track record in defending disease-related claims across the UK, including:

Asbestos-related illnesses
Mesothelioma
Occupational stress claims
Noise-induced hearing loss
Hand-arm vibration syndrome

Client success stories | Litigation case studies

Using our proven best practices, our litigation professionals work collaboratively with you to not only manage litigation but control it. Our mission is to protect your business, reduce unnecessary costs, and deliver outcomes that matter. Here are just a few examples of success.

Personal injury: Taxi incident defence

Challenge: The claimant suffered extensive injuries after being dragged by a taxi, seeking over £220,000 in damages.

Solution: We relied on the legal principle of ex turpi (the claimant's own unlawful conduct) and challenged the failure to mitigate losses. We successfully applied for a split liability trial to reduce costs.

Result: The claimant settled for £12,000 — saving over £210,000 for the client.

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Motor claims: Head-on collision dispute

Challenge: Liability was disputed in a serious road collision; the claimant sought substantial damages for ankle and psychological injuries.

Solution: We identified flaws in the medical reports, obtained claimant profiling evidence (including hiking photos abroad), and resisted unnecessary further medical evidence.

Result: We secured a low-value settlement, saving the client £76,800 and minimising legal costs.

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Employer/public liability: Slip and trip case

Challenge: The claimant alleged ongoing issues after hip replacement, seeking £350,000+ in damages.

Solution: Our investigations revealed the caretaker's improper floor maintenance; we conceded liability but robustly challenged quantum.

Result: We settled at £44,000, delivering a substantial saving and receiving client praise for the outcome.

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Public liability: High-value claim defence

Challenge: The claimant sought £865,000+ for a permanent shoulder injury allegedly affecting their frontline duties.

Solution: The tactical use of a Part 18 request exposed weaknesses in the future loss claim; we issued Part 36 and Calderbank offers.

Result: The claim was settled at £75,000, reflecting a major saving in damages and costs.

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What we deliver

Our litigation service is designed to translate expertise and strategic effort into measurable results for our clients. By combining a proactive, structured approach with data-driven insights, we deliver swift, transparent, and cost-effective outcomes across all civil and commercial litigation matters.

Key deliverables	Client benefit
Rapid case assessment and early strategy planning	Minimises exposure, prioritises high-risk claims, and accelerates resolution
Early engagement with claimants, insurers, and stakeholders	Encourages timely settlements and reduces litigation costs
Evidence-led defence and profiling strategies	Strengthens cases, mitigates inflated claims, and avoids unnecessary payouts
Flexible fee structures and cost control	Ensures clarity and value, aligning with client priorities rather than hours billed
Advanced case management reporting	Provides full transparency, allowing clients to track progress, monitor outcomes, and make informed decisions

Make Gallagher Bassett and Strata Solicitors your litigation partners

Get in touch today to discuss how our team can help you resolve disputes efficiently and effectively.

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Meet our team

Chris Sturridge-Packer

Managing Director — Claims and Legal Solutions

Ravinder Johal

Head of Litigation

Ron Ruston

Partner, Strata Solicitors

Our results-driven litigation solicitors deliver efficient, cost-controlled outcomes for insurers, corporates and public sector organisations.

Learn more about our litigation services.