Camilla Payen

Associate

Camilla is an associate in the travel law team. She is a dual-qualified lawyer, distinguished as both a solicitor and a fellow of the Chartered Institute of Legal Executives. Camilla’s legal expertise has earned her recognition in the Legal 500, in which clients say she ‘deserves particular praise for her diligence’.

She acts in cross-jurisdictional cases and has particular expertise in handling matters involving medical negligence, minors, and fatalities across the world. Camilla has extensive experience in managing personal injury claims both in the UK and internationally, with specialised expertise across various jurisdictions, including France, Belgium, Germany, Spain, Turkey, Greece, and Portugal.

As a trusted and professional lawyer with extensive experience in cross-border legal matters, I am committed to delivering results that meet my clients’ needs. My clients rely on my expertise to navigate complex legal challenges with confidence and success.

Camilla Payen, Associate

Among Camilla’s clients are some of the world’s leading travel insurance clients, who require her legal advice on a range of claims. She offers valuable insights into the prospects and management of claims, ensuring the best outcomes for her clients and their policyholders. Camilla has been heavily involved in assisting with multi-million-pound catastrophic injury claims handled at the firm. She has also gained experience in clinical negligence cases, having previously worked in the firm’s clinical negligence team.

Camilla’s academic achievements include a law degree from the University of Surrey and the Legal Practice Course, with a master’s of law. She is a proud member of the Association of Personal Injury Lawyers and is also a fluent speaker of Mauritian Creole.

Recent work highlights

Skiing accident in France

Representing a client who sustained serious injuries in a skiing accident in France.

Fatality claim in Greece

Representing the family of a loved one tragically lost in a fatal collision, while navigating complex international legal challenges.

Accident in Spain

Negotiating a settlement for a client who sustained serious injuries following a fall at a hotel in Spain, which involved addressing complex legal challenges arising from the impact of Brexit.

Road traffic accident in Belgium

Acting for a client who sustained serious injuries following a road traffic accident in Belgium.

Road traffic accident in Japan

Acting for a seriously injured client following a road collision in Japan.

Civil claim against an airline

Representing a client who sustained serious injuries during the course of their flight.

Accident in Portugal

Acting for a client who suffered serious injuries following a fall at a hotel in Portugal.

Road traffic accident in Germany

Assisting and preparing for trial in a complex, high-value case relating to a client who sustained life-changing injuries in a motorbike accident in Germany.

Civil claim against a tour operator

Acting for a client who sustained severe injuries following an accident at a hotel in Turkey, with the claim being pursued against the tour operator in the UK.

Accident in Dubai involving a minor

Acting for a minor who sustained serious injuries following a fall at a hotel in Dubai.

Accident in Portugal

Acting for a client who suffered serious injuries following a fall at a hotel in Portugal.

Road traffic accident in Germany

Assisting and preparing for trial in a complex, high-value case relating to a client who sustained life-changing injuries in a motorbike accident in Germany.

Civil claim against a tour operator

Acting for a client who sustained severe injuries following an accident at a hotel in Turkey, with the claim being pursued against the tour operator in the UK.

Accident in Dubai involving a minor

Acting for a minor who sustained serious injuries following a fall at a hotel in Dubai.