Nick is a principal lawyer and partner based in Thompsons' Bristol office, but he has also managed teams based in Plymouth and Cardiff as well.

As the head of the South West personal injury team, he helps injured clients from across the whole of the region.

Nick specialises in high-value, complex cases for clients who have suffered serious and life changing injuries, recovering millions of pounds in compensation every year. 

He also represents those who have been exposed to asbestos and developed mesothelioma and other asbestos-related diseases.  

Nick is an experts in workplace health and safety legislation and regularly trains health and safety representatives on the latest updates in the law. 

With many years’ experience of industrial disease claims, Nick is a very knowledgeable solicitor who uses his skill and experience to recover the maximum amount of compensation for his clients in the shortest possible time.

 

Nicks' case experience

  • Represented the family of a man killed by being crushed in a conveyor belt which was not properly guarded. The company was fined over £1m.

  • Recovered £400,000 for a victim of mesothelioma who worked at Dungeness Power Station.

  • Represented a merchant navy sailor who served on oil tankers and developed mesothelioma after exposure to asbestos dust on board. The damages were over £300,000.

  • Advised a power station worker from Hinkley Point in Somerset who developed mesothelioma and recovered damages of more than £250,000.

  • Recovered £220,000 for a man who developed mesothelioma while working as an electrician at Devonport Dockyard in Plymouth.

  • Secured compensation of over £200,000 for the widow of a London Underground worker who died from mesothelioma after being exposed to asbestos.

  • Secured compensation of more than £180,000 for a chemistry teacher who developed mesothelioma after being exposed to asbestos from Bunsen burner gauzes and mats.

  • Recovered £175,000 for a worker at the British Rail works in Swindon after he developed mesothelioma.

 

Professional membership

Nick is a member of the Devon and Exeter Law Society and the Plymouth Law Society.

He is a senior litigator and an occupational and asbestos disease specialist with the Association of Personal Injury Lawyers, as well as a member of the Solicitors Association of Higher Courts Advocates.

 

Testimonials

Nick negotiated a successful compensation claim for me. Not only is he an excellent lawyer but also has the personal warmth that we have appreciated so much. He was efficient and reassuring. I would recommend him.

Nicholas' former client

Nick Seymour demonstrates an acute understanding of the needs of clients and also the industrial context of claims in relation to wider health and safety issues.

Legal 500, 2022

Nick Seymour is approachable, caring and sympathetic, yet professional and efficient at all times. He puts clients at ease and makes them feel valued and listened to.

Chambers and Partners, 2022

According to sources, Nick Seymour is 'hugely personable' and has a 'strong team ethic'. He has extensive experience representing clients in cases related to workplace accidents and employers' liability claims.

Chambers and Partners, 2019

Nick Seymour is an extremely experienced and knowledgeable practitioner. He garners praise for his work on industrial disease claims and has a substantial practice operating on work related accidents. A source notes that clients love him as a personable, down to earth guy.

Chambers and Partners, 2018

Nicholas Seymour specialises in high value accident claims and industrial disease cases and is noted for his experience, expertise, professionalism and the ability to resolve issues as and when they arise.

Legal 500, 2018

We were recommended Thompsons Solicitors after my dad was diagnosed with mesothelioma. Nick Seymour was our contact and he was brilliant from the start. From the very first contact, Nick was calming, understanding and knew what we needed to do, what the stages were and how to go about dealing with the claim. He kept us updated regularly and gave us helpful advice at every turn. Although the diagnosis was horrific news, the assistance Thompsons have given us relieved a lot of pressure. I highly recommend this firm, and Nick in particular.

Nicholas' former client

I have, in the last six months, had to use the services of Thompsons Solicitors following diagnosis of an asbestos-related lung disease. The person who acted on my behalf was Nicholas Seymour. My claim has now been agreed and settled. The process was handled with extreme care as well as a very relaxed but professional service. I would have no hesitation in recommending this firm. Nicholas was such a pleasure to deal with, very supportive and extremely knowledgeable with my particular claim. He also kept me fully informed with all details along the way.

Nicholas' former client

Nicholas Seymour handled my mother's case with empathy, patience, kindness, grace and professionalism, and fought for her until a resolution, in the face of adversity, was favourable to her. I wholeheartedly recommend Nicholas and Thompsons.

Nicholas' former client

Nick Seymour was such a kind, sensitive as well as professional solicitor who carried out our claim on behalf of my dad who sadly passed away last year. He took a lot of the stress away from myself and the family, at this very difficult time. Nothing was too much trouble. I can't praise Nick enough. Thank you for all your continuing support.

Nicholas' former client

Thank you to Thompson Solicitors and especially to Nick Seymour for handling the case with sensitivity and professionalism in supporting my mother at this distressing time and helping to get the outcome my father deserved

Nicholas' former client

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