Jennifer Buchanan | Fieldfisher
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Professional background

Professional background

I work exclusively for claimants in high-value, catastrophic personal injury and fatal accident cases. I focus on fully understanding a person's injuries, the impact on their lives and their long-term prognosis to be able to quickly access funds to provide financial support and rehabilitation.

I carry a caseload of complex cases, including brain injury and serious orthopaedic injuries, including amputees. A keen competitive cyclist myself, I can offer advice and run cycling claims with passion and expertise. I regularly campaign to make London's roads safer and work with clients where appropriate to raise awareness in the press.

I recently achieved a multi-million pound settlement for a cyclist seriously injured following collision with an HGV, despite the insurers initially denying liability in full. I also recently settled a claim on behalf of the family of one of the victims of the devastating Croydon tram crash.

I am skilled at tackling CICA work and have recently and expeditiously obtained maximum award for a victim of an assault. I have several ongoing live claims with CICA and recently commented in an article in the Telegraph calling for an overhaul in practices and funding.

I attract work based on my reputation and have taken over several key cases from other Category 1 law firms, garnering huge trust and respect from my clients.

I also work with empathy and I'm not afraid to put up a fight when needed. I put all my skill and energy into ensuring my clients receive what they are due. I believe my tenacious attitude makes me stand out in my field.

I regularly organise successful conferences to inform practitioners and the public. In March 2016, my 'A Beautiful Mind' conference, focused on helping people to better understand psychological sequelae, treatment and legal implications. In 2018, I ran 'A Face in the Crowd' conference on maxillofacial trauma. Previous conferences have considered Pain and Osseointegration.

I am a member of the Association of Personal Injury Lawyers (APIL).

Awards & recognition

Awards & recognition

Chambers & Partners 2026
Jennifer is at the forefront of the brain injury side of things. She sets cases up to protect clients for the rest of their lives through rehabilitation support.
Chambers & Partners 2026
Jennifer has got excellent client handling skill. She is a delight to deal with and works hard to get the right results. She is a robust negotiator and an excellent solicitor.
Chambers & Partners 2026
Her ability to progress cases and also to rehabilitate clients makes a massive different and is phenomenal. She is loved by her clients, she will do anything for them.
Chambers & Partners 2025
She is very organised, has a nice manner and exudes confidence and competence.
Chambers & Partners 2025
Jennifer has a sharp mind and is dedicated to her clients.
Chambers & Partners 2024
Attention to detail is one of Jenny's strengths along with passion and a drive to secure the best results for her clients.
Chambers & Partners 2024
She really cares about clients and puts everything she has into them. She's very good.
Chambers & Partners 2024
She comes across as very professional and sensible.

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Authored pieces

Insights Case studies
Four people with prosthetic limbs stand in front of a large screen displaying cyclists in a race, with the text "Training for the Games" above them. They appear to be in a conference room with a row of chairs.
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Dr Mark Salter on the mental challenges facing people experiencing catastrophic loss and amputation

08.10.2024
Psychologist Dr Mark Salter recently spoke at Fieldfisher's Amputation Conference which included medical practitioners, clients, Paralympians and care providers, to highlight how best to support people coming to terms with amputation.
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A night scene featuring several police vehicles with flashing blue and red lights illuminating the dark surroundings. The focus is on the lights of the police cars, creating a sense of urgency or alert. The background is blurred with additional flashing lights visible.
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Jennifer Buchanan discusses damages for victims of terrorist attack in the Guardian

25.03.2024
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A red double-decker bus with the destination "London Bridge" displayed on its sign passes in front of the Royal Exchange in London. Modern office buildings and a statue of a man on horseback are visible in the background under a partly cloudy sky.
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APIL data reinforce PI team's concerns claimants treated unfairly by MIB and CICA

18.09.2023
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A cyclist in casual wear leans on a stone railing, gazing toward the Tower Bridge in London. The cyclist's bike is resting nearby, and the cloudy sky forms the backdrop over the bridge and river.
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Two cyclists a week die on British roads as judges told to give tougher driving penalties

23.06.2023
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Allowing longer lorries on UK roads will risk more cycling accident claims

06.06.2023
The Government has introduced new laws to allow longer lorries on UK roads from the end of May, despite data that indicate HGVs are disproportionately involved in deaths on British roads.
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What others say…

Chambers & Partners 2026
Jennifer is at the forefront of the brain injury side of things. She sets cases up to protect clients for the rest of their lives through rehabilitation support.
Chambers & Partners 2026
Jennifer has got excellent client handling skill. She is a delight to deal with and works hard to get the right results. She is a robust negotiator and an excellent solicitor.
Chambers & Partners 2026
Her ability to progress cases and also to rehabilitate clients makes a massive different and is phenomenal. She is loved by her clients, she will do anything for them.