“Libby Pearson brings exceptional professionalism, compassion and determination to the representation of clients facing some of life’s most challenging circumstances. Her ability to combine skilled advocacy with genuine understanding ensures that every client feels supported while pursuing the compensation and security they deserve. Through meticulous preparation, thoughtful guidance and an unwavering commitment to justice, Libby delivers legal representation that leaves a lasting and positive impact on the people she serves.”

Fantastic Lawyers® Editorial 2026

Libby Pearson is a Senior Solicitor and Notary Public within the Personal Injury team at Jones Whyte. Since joining the firm in 2021, she has specialised in representing clients involved in complex and high-value personal injury claims, particularly those involving fatal accidents, catastrophic injuries and historic child abuse.

Known for her empathetic approach and strong litigation skills, Libby works closely with clients during some of the most difficult periods of their lives, helping them pursue compensation while providing clear advice and practical support throughout their claim.

What Libby Pearson Does

Libby advises clients across a broad range of complex personal injury matters, including:

• Fatal accident claims
• Catastrophic and life-changing injury claims
• Road traffic accident claims
• Accidents at work
• Public and private liability accident claims
• Historic child abuse compensation claims

She represents individuals and families seeking compensation after devastating accidents or abuse, helping them secure financial support while making the claims process as compassionate and straightforward as possible.

Why She Stands Out

Libby combines excellent legal knowledge with a calm, supportive manner that helps clients feel reassured throughout complex litigation. She appreciates the emotional challenges involved in serious injury and fatal accident claims and is committed to delivering advice that is both practical and sensitive to each client’s individual circumstances.

Her focus is always on achieving the best possible outcome while ensuring clients remain informed, supported and confident throughout their legal journey.

Expertise in Serious Injury Litigation

Libby regularly appears in court and works closely with Counsel in complex personal injury litigation. Her experience spans fatal accident claims, catastrophic injuries, workplace accidents, public liability cases and historic child abuse claims, enabling her to advise clients across a wide range of serious and sensitive matters.

As a Notary Public, she is also authorised to administer sworn statements, providing additional assistance to clients involved in significant legal proceedings.

Qualifications and Professional Recognition

Libby holds an LLB in Law, a Diploma in Professional Legal Practice and an MSc in Social Business & Microfinance. Her academic background complements her legal expertise and reflects her interest in the wider social and financial issues that can affect clients following serious injury.

She is also an important member of the award-winning Jones Whyte Personal Injury team that helped the firm achieve Firm of the Year at both the Scottish Legal Awards and the Law Awards of Scotland in 2021, contributing to the firm’s continued reputation as one of Scotland’s leading personal injury practices.

Commitment to Clients

Libby believes that outstanding legal representation is about more than achieving compensation. She is committed to treating every client with dignity, empathy and respect, ensuring they receive clear advice, compassionate support and determined representation throughout every stage of their claim.