21 Jan 2026
Geldards promotes medical negligence specialist Rachel Kirby to Partner
"Geldards has promoted medical negligence lawyer Rachel Kirby to Partner. She specialises in medical negligence and orthopaedic injury claims, handling birth injuries, brain injuries, misdiagnosis and fatal claims."
Rachel represents claimants and their families who have received negligent and frequently catastrophic care. She manages a varied caseload including complex birth injuries, brain injuries, misdiagnosis and fatal claims. She also specialises in orthopaedic injuries, handling matters such as avoidable amputations and spinal injuries resulting from negligent surgery.
Recognised for a caring and compassionate approach, Rachel has extensive experience acting for individuals who have suffered devastating injuries and for bereaved families. She is listed as a Leading Associate in Legal 500 and is ranked Band 2 in Chambers & Partners for her “excellent legal knowledge.” She has secured substantial damages for clients, including multi-million-pound settlements that have helped families rebuild after life-changing injuries.
Jeff Pearson, Geldards CEO, paid tribute to her commitment and integrity, describing the promotion as extremely well deserved and offering his sincere congratulations.