Dean Cruickshanks

Associate, Solicitor, Head of the Asbestos Team

Dean is an experienced and dedicated Associate Solicitor at our Wolferstans, specialising in asbestos related cases. He heads our Asbestos department and is recognised as an accredited asbestos specialist, industrial disease specialist, and personal injury specialist by the Association of Personal Injury Lawyers (APIL).

Dean earned his law degree from Plymouth University in 2004 and joined Wolferstans in 2011 after gaining valuable experience at several other legal firms. His extensive expertise lies in assisting individuals who have been exposed to asbestos in the local dockyard and other industries, given the prevalence of asbestos in the area over the years.

With his accreditation as an asbestos and occupational disease specialist, as well as a senior litigator, Dean has successfully handled numerous cases involving conditions such as mesothelioma, asbestosis, pleural thickening, lung cancer, and hearing loss. He is passionate and well-versed in providing comprehensive advice on care requirements, financial assistance, rehabilitation, and ensuring the overall success of his clients' cases.

Dean's commitment to environmental sustainability is evident through his involvement in the Wolferstans Green Group. He actively works towards minimising the environmental impact of legal work and seeks opportunities for offsetting.

Outside of work, Dean can be found playing live music with his soul and blues band, enjoying walks in the local countryside, and completing a healthy amount of DIY!