Russell-Cooke Medical Negligence team

Nimmisha Aslam

I am a partner in Russell-Cooke's personal injury and medical negligence team, specialising in complex claims involving life-changing injury. I have particular experience in claims arising from failures in maternity care, birth trauma, and cases involving the loss of a loved one. I regularly represent families at inquests, helping them understand what happened and ensuring their voices are heard throughout the process

I have represented individuals and families through some of the most difficult circumstances imaginable, helping them secure answers, accountability and the support they need to move forward

I understand that pursuing legal action following the loss of a baby can feel overwhelming. Families often come to us while dealing with profound grief and uncertainty. My role is to guide clients through the legal process with sensitivity, compassion and clear advice to secure the answers and outcomes they deserve.

I am passionate about access to justice and began my career at a local advice centre before joining Russell-Cooke in 2012. Alongside my legal practice, I serve as a trustee of South West London Law Centres. This commitment to helping people access support when they need it most remains at the heart of my work.

In recognition of my work, I was included in The Lawyer Hot 100 2025 and named Claimant Lawyer of the Year at the 2025 Personal Injury Awards.

Bernadette McGhie

I am a consultant in Russell-Cooke's personal injury and clinical negligence team and head our brain injury practice. I specialise in complex clinical negligence claims, with particular expertise in birth injury, maternal injury, cerebral palsy, meningitis, encephalitis and other cases involving serious neurological harm.

Before becoming a solicitor, I qualified as both a general and paediatric nurse. This clinical background gives me a unique perspective when investigating what has gone wrong in medical care, helping me understand both the medical and human impact of an injury or loss

Throughout my career I have supported many families affected by failures in maternity care and birth trauma. I am committed not only to securing compensation where appropriate, but also to helping families understand what happened, access the support they need and plan confidently for the future.

I work closely with organisations that support families affected by pregnancy and birth-related harm, including Baby Lifeline, the Birth Trauma Association and Bliss. I am passionate about improving maternity safety and ensuring that families feel informed, supported and listened to during what can be an incredibly difficult time.

Families often tell me that being heard and receiving clear explanations are just as important as the legal process itself. My approach is collaborative, empathetic and focused on helping people navigate complex emotional and legal challenges with confidence and dignity. My clients describe me as "very good and empathetic" and someone who "always wants the best for her clients".

I am a member of the AvMA Clinical Negligence Specialist Panel, a member of Baby Lifeline's Multi-Professional Advisory Panel and a CEDR-accredited mediator.