Kym Provan—Blake Lapthorn

Blake Lapthorn has promoted a clinical negligence solicitor with a wealth of experience to the position of partner. 

Kym Provan trained with the firm and qualified in 2004 as a specialist clinical negligence solicitor. She was promoted to senior solicitor in 2008 and senior associate in May 2013 for her excellent management skills and contribution to developing the firm's standing in this specialist sector.

Kym has successfully pursued claims for clients with a wide range of injuries, against individual practitioners, NHS Trusts and private hospitals.

Last year, Kym organised a successful "Trekathon" in aid of the Southern Spinal Injuries Trust, persuading a team of 12 from the personal injury practice group to hike over 26 miles. Together they raised over £2,500 for the charity.

Stephen Murfitt, the firm's chairman and senior partner says: "I would like to congratulate Kym on her well-deserved promotion.  It's again very rewarding to see a former trainee develop their potential with the firm.  Kym has excellent professional, team management, and business development skills."

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