Partner

Carly Forrest

Ranked by both Chambers & Legal 500 UK, Carly is a Partner and Solicitor Advocate who has worked exclusively in the personal injury field for almost 20 years handling a full range of EL, PL and motor claims. Her specialty is in catastrophic injury claims involving head/brain injuries, severe spinal conditions and amputations as well as psychiatric and psychological disorders. Carly is also extremely experienced at handling fatal claims having defended a case which reaffirmed the law in relation to secondary victim claims and having represented her insurer clients in the UK Supreme Court.

Carly routinely assists insurers and their policyholders in the immediate aftermath to coordinate post-accident investigations as well as their internal and external communication strategy and approach. She is often instructed at the outset of a claim, well before any litigation has commenced to assist develop a clear defence strategy. Carly also frequently assists clients negotiate and conclude any claim/s well in advance of any court proceedings being raised.

Living Brodies' values

Clients say Carly is “proactive” and “gives her advice with the business perspective in mind”. Carly is also known for being extremely personable and for working collaboratively with her clients to achieve the best possible outcome in each and every case.

"Carly Forrest goes above and beyond to give her clients the correct advice. Her associates take a similar approach and are obviously well supervised."

Legal 500 UK 2024

"Carly Forrest puts clients at ease when unfamiliar legal processes cause stress. She is clear and expressive yet always calm. Carly resolves intractable confrontational claims effectively, economically and without fuss. The perfect package."

Legal 500 UK 2023

"Carly Forrest is an exceptional PI defence lawyer. Personable, responsive, innovative and hugely effective. A first class communicator in every medium. She is a great advert for Brodies in Scotland."

Legal 500 UK 2022

“Carly is a go-to for catastrophic claims - she is incredibly personable and particularly good at building bridges and finding common grounds.”

Chambers UK 2023

Highlights

Carly is an active member of the Forum of Insurance Lawyers.
She regularly provides training sessions and legal updates to her clients.
Carly’s experience includes handling claims in the Scottish courts to which the law of a foreign jurisdiction applies.