Thomas Mitchell

Thomas is a Partner at RTA LAW LLP.

A graduate of both Aberdeen and Edinburgh University, Thomas joined RTA LAW LLP in July 2017 and was promoted to Partner in 2024.

Thomas specialises in claims involving complex liability issues and has a broad experience of pursuing cases in Scotland’s Sheriff Courts, the All-Scotland Personal Injury Court and the Court of Session.

As a result of his expertise representing vulnerable road users, Thomas is often called upon to appear in the media to provide a legal commentary on topics relating to this user group. Thomas has appeared on BBC Radio, BBC television and other media outlets over the years, even debating ex-MP Lembit Öpik about cycle safety on his talk show.

Thomas is a member of the Borders Group of Advanced Motorists, holding advanced driving qualifications for both a car (F1RST) and a motorcycle. He is also a member of the Association of Personal Injury Lawyers.

Outside the office, Thomas enjoys riding his Triumph Scrambler on a sunny day, going on long forest walks with his labrador, mountain biking in the rolling hills of the Scottish Borders and spending time with his family.

I truly believe I can make a real difference when progressing my clients' claims, because I am both a cyclist and motorcyclist myself.

Our Award Winning Team

Brenda Mitchell – Motorcycle Accident Solicitor in Scotland

Brenda Mitchell

Senior Partner

Brenda has been a Personal Injury Lawyer for over 38 years and for the last 20 years has specialised representing injured motorcyclists, cyclists and pedestrians.



Jodi Gordon - Partner

Jodi Gordon

Partner

Jodi is a Partner at RTA Law LLP with 14+ years’ experience in catastrophic injury claims for vulnerable road users including cyclists and motorcyclists.

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Zara Jones

Partner

Zara is a Partner at RTA Law, where she completed her training. She has extensive experience representing vulnerable road users and is dedicated to achieving the best possible outcomes for clients who have often suffered life-changing injuries.

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