Clinical Negligence

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What is the Clinical Negligence Accreditation Scheme?

The Clinical Negligence Accreditation Scheme covers all work undertaken by solicitors and suitably qualified Fellows of the Institute of Legal Executives (FILEX) arising out of any act of negligence, breach of contract and/or statutory duty as a result of which the victim has sustained injuries in the course of medical or dental care.

The need for this scheme is for victims. Members will have shown, to the satisfaction of the Law Society, that they have and will maintain a high level of knowledge, skills, experience and practice in the area of clinical negligence.

Further details can be found in our Clinical Negligence Accreditation Scheme Guidance [PDF, 98kb].

Who's a member?

To view all current members of our Clinical Negligence Accreditation Scheme download a list of members [PDF, 256kb], this list is updated each month. Members of the public can also search accredited members through our accreditation site search.

How do I apply?

The general scheme application criteria and guidance [PDF, 121kb] is applicable to all Law Society accreditation schemes and should be read before starting the application process.

In order to complete the application process for the Clinical Negligence Accreditation Scheme, please follow the steps below:

1. Read the Clinical Negligence Accreditation Scheme Guidance [PDF, 98kb]
2. Download and complete the following forms:
   • Section 1 - about your firm [Word, 75kb]
   • Section 2 - about you [Word, 67kb]
3. Download and complete the appropriate Section 3:
   • Section 3 - initial application [Word, 161kb]
   • Section 3 - re-accreditation [Word, 71kb]
4. Check the Law Society Accreditation Scheme fee schedule [PDF, 66kb] for fee information.
5. Print, sign and post forms with the appropriate fee to the address below.

You may find the Clinical Negligence Case Report Form [Word, 51kb] useful in completing your application.

Completed forms should be sent to:

Law Society Operations Admin
The Law Society
113 Chancery lane
London
WC2A 1PL

DX 56 London Chancery Lane