Essex Personal Injury Lawyers (EPIL) represents the dedicated personal injury team of Essex based law firm, Jefferies Essex LLP. With over 25 years’ combined experience in pursuing compensation on behalf of clients EPIL are well versed in pursuing all manner of personal injury claims ranging from simple road traffic accidents to complex medical malpractice claims. Utilising their specialist knowledge, EPIL can help support you through every stage of your claim catering their advice to your individual needs.
Drawing upon their years of experience, and employing their broad knowledge of different claims, EPIL are best suited to handling your personal injury claim to help you get the compensation you deserve.
Having qualified in 1993, Sarah Mitchell joined Jefferies Essex LLP in 1996 quickly rising to become a partner in 1999 and then Managing Partner in 2001. As Managing Partner Sarah has overall responsibility of the practice which includes staff training and support, finance, recruitment and compliance.
Since qualifying Sarah has specialised in Claimant personal injury work, specifically in the area of clinical negligence, and has worked on a number of high value, catastrophic claims over the years. In her time Sarah has secured high levels of compensation for many people in the Southend area who have suffered horrific injuries and required extensive long term rehabilitation and care.
Sarah understands the hardships that come about as a result of serious injuries and draws upon her years of experience to provide compassionate legal help for those in the most dire of circumstances.
Michael studied Law as a mature student at Royal Holloway University of London and graduated in 2022 with honours. He is currently working towards completing his Legal Practice Course and Master’s Degree at the University of Law. Michael joined Jefferies Solicitors in 2023 after transferring over from a reputable criminal law firm.
Michael joined as part of the Personal Injury and Clinical Negligence Team. However, he also assists in various matters across the General Litigation Department. Michael’s assistance in cases ranges from initial enquiries through to research, trial preparation and assisting advocates at Court.
Outside of work Michael enjoys socialising and spending time with his family and friends. He is also an avid supporter of the Miami Dolphins after becoming a fan of the NFL while living in Miami. Michael also regularly performs at charity events as part of a Dixieland Band.