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“Sam Collard is recognised for his talent in complex brain and amputation claims, developing strength particularly in quantum issues and sporting injuries and accidents.”
“Sam Collard is a very effective lawyer with great attention to detail on claims.”
Sam Collard
Head of Cycling
Sam is a Partner and head of cycling accident claims. He specialises in high value and complex injury claims, including brain and spinal cord injuries, loss of limbs, fatalities, and severe psychiatric harm.
Sam joined Osbornes as a trainee in 2009 and qualified as a Solicitor in 2011, before becoming an Associate in 2016, building up a wealth of experience acting for Claimants in Employers’ Liability, Public Liability and Road Traffic Accident cases. Sam also enjoys productive relationships with many of the leading Personal Injury barristers in London.
Sam runs his own caseload of high-value claims including several valued at in excess of £1million. He believes in seeking justice for his clients by offering clear and concise legal advice.
Sam is an Accredited Senior Litigator by the Association of Personal Injury Lawyers (APIL).
In his spare time, Sam enjoys playing football, cycling and running around after his two young daughters.
"Sam Collard is recognised for his talent in complex brain and amputation claims, developing strength particularly in quantum issues and sporting injuries and accidents."
"Sam Collard is very relatable and puts clients at ease."
"It never fails to amaze me how calm he is. He takes everything in his stride, even in the face of aggressive opponents."
"Sam Collard is a very effective lawyer with great attention to detail on claims."
"Really thorough and detailed."
"Persistent and very effective in pursuit of clients' claims."
Sam Collard is a rising star, that despite his junior years is making a name for himself in a crowded market. Very easy to work with and on the ball with costs and managing expectations.
Sam was excellent and very professional in dealing with our claim.
"Sam Collard is recognised for his...
"Sam Collard is recognised for his talent in complex brain and amputation claims, developing strength particularly in quantum issues and sporting injuries and accidents."
"Sam Collard is very relatable and...
"Sam Collard is very relatable and puts clients at ease."
"It never fails to amaze me...
"It never fails to amaze me how calm he is. He takes everything in his stride, even in the face of aggressive opponents."
"Sam Collard is a very effective...
"Sam Collard is a very effective lawyer with great attention to detail on claims."
"Really thorough and detailed."
"Really thorough and detailed."
"Persistent and very effective in pursuit...
"Persistent and very effective in pursuit of clients' claims."
Sam Collard is a rising star,...
Sam Collard is a rising star, that despite his junior years is making a name for himself in a crowded market. Very easy to work with and on the ball with costs and managing expectations.
Sam was excellent and very professional...
Sam was excellent and very professional in dealing with our claim.
"Sam Collard is recognised for his...
"Sam Collard is recognised for his talent in complex brain and amputation claims, developing strength particularly in quantum issues and sporting injuries and accidents."
"Sam Collard is very relatable and...
"Sam Collard is very relatable and puts clients at ease."
"It never fails to amaze me...
"It never fails to amaze me how calm he is. He takes everything in his stride, even in the face of aggressive opponents."
"Sam Collard is a very effective...
"Sam Collard is a very effective lawyer with great attention to detail on claims."
"Really thorough and detailed."
"Really thorough and detailed."
"Persistent and very effective in pursuit...
"Persistent and very effective in pursuit of clients' claims."
Sam Collard is a rising star,...
Sam Collard is a rising star, that despite his junior years is making a name for himself in a crowded market. Very easy to work with and on the ball with costs and managing expectations.
Sam was excellent and very professional...
Sam was excellent and very professional in dealing with our claim.
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