Rowen Cobb

Having developed my career entirely within Irwin Mitchell, I have gained extensive experience assisting clients through complex medical negligence claims and am committed to achieving the best possible outcomes for those affected by substandard medical care.

What do you like about working at Irwin Mitchell?

Irwin Mitchell is a firm that prides itself on delivering an excellent service to its clients, and it is somewhere I have genuinely enjoyed building my career. Having worked at the firm for a number of years and progressed through several roles, I have developed strong relationships with colleagues across the business and value the wealth of expertise available within different teams. This collaborative approach enables me to provide the best possible support to my clients and draw upon specialist knowledge whenever needed.

Beyond my client work, I am actively involved in Irwin Mitchell's Diversity & Inclusion Group and have a particular interest in social mobility. Having grown up in a deprived area myself, I am passionate about promoting awareness of the different routes into the legal profession and supporting those from lower socio-economic backgrounds who may not otherwise see law as an accessible career. I regularly participate in our annual PRIME work experience programme, helping to deliver sessions to students throughout the week and sharing my own career journey, from joining Irwin Mitchell as a Twilight Filing Clerk to qualifying as a Solicitor. I hope this demonstrates that there are many pathways into the profession and encourages aspiring lawyers to pursue their ambitions regardless of their background.

What is the most rewarding aspect of your role?

The most rewarding aspect of my role is supporting clients throughout the claims process. I genuinely feel that I am able to make a difference during what is often one of the most difficult periods in a person's life. For many clients, obtaining answers and understanding what went wrong can be just as important as the outcome of the claim itself, helping them to process their experiences and move forward.

Bringing a medical negligence claim can be emotionally and practically challenging, and I take great pride in providing guidance, support and reassurance to clients at every stage of the process. In addition to securing compensation where appropriate, I am passionate about helping clients achieve accountability and learning. By raising concerns about substandard care, medical negligence claims can contribute to improving patient safety, medical standards and clinical practice, helping to prevent similar incidents from happening to others in the future.

What inspired you to get into law?

Whilst studying Law at A-Level, it became clear that pursuing a legal career was something I was genuinely passionate about. I have always been drawn to the more personal areas of law, particularly those where I can support individuals through some of the most challenging periods of their lives. The opportunity to make a meaningful difference to people and their families is what initially attracted me to the profession and continues to motivate me today.

I have always been an analytical thinker and enjoy examining complex issues, assessing evidence and identifying solutions. A career as a Solicitor specialising in medical negligence is therefore the perfect fit for me, combining my interest in problem-solving with my desire to help clients obtain answers, accountability and access to the support they need following substandard medical treatment.

What do you do away from the office?

I like to keep active outside of work through HIT classes, yoga and Pilates, which help me maintain a healthy balance alongside a busy role. If I am not exercising, you will most likely find me spending time with my partner, friends and family, often enjoying cocktails and eating out. Much of my spare time is spent with my dog, Gus, whether that is taking him on walks, exploring new places together, or simply relaxing at home.

Testimonials

Mr GP, client "[Rowen] was very invested in me personally, to make sure everything was thought out and recognised that there were things that I hadn’t been able to do because of the negligence, like working around the house. Everything was then included and I really felt like she did everything that she could to make sure the claim was fair. She was very approachable, if I had any questions or worries. She spent time to answer everything and make sure I knew exactly what was happening and why... 5 stars"

Mr MC, client "Rowen Cobb acted successfully on my behalf, she was very kind and understanding, I cannot compliment her enough, thank you Rowen I feel like you are not just a good solicitor but also a friend who has been so helpful and caring"