Jennifer Buchanan | Fieldfisher
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Professional background

Professional background

I trained and qualified at Fieldfisher, quickly rising to Partner. Alongside my law degree, I also have a Master's in biomedical sciences.

I work exclusively for claimants in high-value, catastrophic personal injury and fatal accident cases. I focus on fully understanding a person's injuries, the impact on their lives and their long-term prognosis to be able to quickly access funds to provide financial support and rehabilitation.

I carry a caseload of complex cases, including brain injury and serious orthopaedic injuries, including amputees. A keen competitive cyclist myself, I can offer advice and run cycling claims with passion and expertise. I regularly campaign to make London's roads safer and work with clients where appropriate to raise awareness in the press.

I recently achieved a multi-million pound settlement for a cyclist seriously injured following collision with an HGV, despite the insurers initially denying liability in full. I also recently settled a claim on behalf of the family of one of the victims of the devastating Croydon tram crash.

I am skilled at tackling CICA work and have recently and expeditiously obtained maximum award for a victim of an assault. I have several ongoing live claims with CICA and recently commented in an article in the Telegraph calling for an overhaul in practices and funding.

I attract work based on my reputation and have taken over several key cases from other Category 1 law firms, garnering huge trust and respect from my clients.

I also work with empathy and I'm not afraid to put up a fight when needed. I put all my skill and energy into ensuring my clients receive what they are due. I believe my tenacious attitude makes me stand out in my field.

I regularly organise successful conferences to inform practitioners and the public. In March 2016, my 'A Beautiful Mind' conference, focused on helping people to better understand psychological sequelae, treatment and legal implications. In 2018, I ran 'A Face in the Crowd' conference on maxillofacial trauma. Previous conferences have considered Pain and Osseointegration.

I am a member of the Association of Personal Injury Lawyers (APIL).

An 'Associate to Watch in Chambers & Partners, a client described me therein as: 'a lovely, kind and compassionate woman who immediately puts you at ease…She clearly is very good at her job and cares about her clients.'

A Legal 500 'Next Generation Lawyer', I am described here as 'meticulous', with 'a superb eye for detail' and as an 'aggressive and effective litigator'.

Watch amputee and former client Mukhtar's amazing achievements with the help of The London Prosthetic Centre

Awards & recognition

Awards & recognition

Chambers & Partners 2026
Jennifer is at the forefront of the brain injury side of things. She sets cases up to protect clients for the rest of their lives through rehabilitation support.
Chambers & Partners 2026
Jennifer has got excellent client handling skill. She is a delight to deal with and works hard to get the right results. She is a robust negotiator and an excellent solicitor.
Chambers & Partners 2026
Her ability to progress cases and also to rehabilitate clients makes a massive different and is phenomenal. She is loved by her clients, she will do anything for them.
Chambers & Partners 2025
She is very organised, has a nice manner and exudes confidence and competence.
Chambers & Partners 2025
Jennifer has a sharp mind and is dedicated to her clients.
Chambers & Partners 2024
Attention to detail is one of Jenny's strengths along with passion and a drive to secure the best results for her clients.
Chambers & Partners 2024
She really cares about clients and puts everything she has into them. She's very good.
Chambers & Partners 2024
She comes across as very professional and sensible.
Legal 500 2024
Jennifer Buchanan is at the top of her game, both in terms of legal expertise but also compassion and commitment. She is the best lawyer I know and I know a lot!.
Chambers & Partners 2023
Jennifer Buchanan is utterly committed to her clients and to obtaining the very best settlement terms.

Authored pieces

Insights Case studies
A silver car with a damaged front bumper has collided with the rear side of a black SUV on a city street lined with trees.
Personal Injury
Case Study

Settlement for young man suffering serious brain injury following collision with stolen car

02.07.2025
Jennifer Buchanan and Eman Hassan settled a personal injury claim on behalf of a young man, Mr P, who suffered a life changing brain injury following a collision with a speeding stolen car.
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A person with a prosthetic leg, wearing black shorts and black sneakers, walks indoors on a carpeted floor; two empty chairs are visible in the background.
Personal Injury
Case Study

With thanks to STEPS for their incredible work with prosthetics, helping clients like Lisa achieve their very best life following amputation

23.04.2025
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A busy city street with cars driving past. The foreground features blurred pedestrian crossing lines. Trees and buildings line the street, and the background shows more parked cars and city architecture illuminated by evening lights.
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Agreement with MIB for Bangladeshi national horrifically brain injured by driver involved in police car chase

28.02.2025
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you can potentially make a claim for compensation if the accident was caused by someone else's negligence, such as a negligent driver or poorly maintained roads.
Case Study

Settlement for cyclist who suffered devastating brain injury in collision

13.02.2025
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Case Study

Substantial settlement for Smithfield poultry worker crushed by forklift

23.01.2025
Jennifer Buchanan and Francesca Krauze's client will receive a substantial settlement after a forklift at work caused life changing injuries that resulted in his lower leg being amputated.
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What others say…

Chambers & Partners 2026
Jennifer is at the forefront of the brain injury side of things. She sets cases up to protect clients for the rest of their lives through rehabilitation support.
Chambers & Partners 2026
Jennifer has got excellent client handling skill. She is a delight to deal with and works hard to get the right results. She is a robust negotiator and an excellent solicitor.
Chambers & Partners 2026
Her ability to progress cases and also to rehabilitate clients makes a massive different and is phenomenal. She is loved by her clients, she will do anything for them.