Rachel Matthews

I've been at Minster Law since 2011, initially qualifying as a Chartered Legal Executive before going on to qualify as a solicitor in 2017, when I joined our Serious Injury department. I have a specialist interest in orthopaedic lower limb injuries and motorbike claims.
In 2021, I was involved in a serious road traffic accident myself, sustaining significant lower limb injuries. I received support from Day One Trauma Support, and I now volunteer as a peer support worker for them - both as part of my volunteering days at Minster Law and in my own time. I'm grateful to be able to turn my lived experience into something purposeful and help others going through something similar.
I understand the psychological impact of a serious accident, and that there are dark days and it is sometimes difficult to see light at the end of the tunnel, but I hope to bear some of the burden to make this process as easy as possible. I enjoy getting to know all my clients and becoming a part of your lives for the time we're together.

1. Rachel dealt with a particularly difficult case that required a very quick turnaround on additional medical evidence and court deadlines, bringing the matter to a swift close within six months of taking over – with a great result for her client.
2. Rachel secured settlement for a client following a serious road traffic accident, enabling him to look forward to the future for the first time in a long time. Her work meant the financial suport was in place for him to move forward with confidence.