Inquests & Public Inquiries

Jenni Richards KC is deeply experienced in all forms of investigation into death, wrongdoing or clinical error involving the NHS or other health or social care providers. Her strong command of this area of law, coupled with her public law and human rights expertise, was recognised in her appointment as lead counsel to the Infected Blood Inquiry.

"Jenni is outstanding in all regards - her commitment, dedication, responsiveness, drafting, clear advice and advocacy."

"She is absolutely extraordinary in her abilities and work ethic. She is a real force of nature."

"Jenni can consume a large amount of evidence in a short time. She is practical and understands clients' needs."

Eleanor Grey KC has notable experience representing government departments and other public sector establishments in major public inquiries, such as the Infected Blood Inquiry and IICSA. She is particularly knowledgeable about anything involving healthcare or education.

"Eleanor does the work in meticulous preparedness and dignity. She is particularly strong in acting for public bodies in public inquiries."

"Eleanor does a superb job presenting witness evidence."

Alan Payne KC has a strong profile in this field, having represented government departments and various police clients in numerous inquests, in addition to high-profile matters such as the Independent Inquiry into Child Sexual Abuse and the Undercover Policing Inquiry.

"Alan is a really high-quality advocate."

"His breadth of knowledge is amazing and his advocacy is outstanding. He is very detailed and thorough."

Kate Grange KC is an impressive performer with a practice spanning public and construction law. In recent years she has brought her considerable expertise to bear as counsel to the Grenfell Tower Inquiry.

"Kate is measured and calm."

"Kate is really good at technical evidence and easy to work with."

Samantha Jones is commended for her representation of government departments and NHS trusts in public inquiries and inquests. She has particular expertise serving as part of a counsel team in inquiries.

"Samantha is very efficient. She has supreme mastery of the evidence."

"Her written work is always crisp, clear and punchy. Her witness examination is focused, forensic and effective."

"Samantha is very hard-working. She manages to produce incredibly detailed analysis in a very short time."

Scarlett Milligan is highly regarded and widely instructed in the inquests and inquiries sphere. Among other prominent matters she is notable for having been instructed as counsel to the Grenfell Tower Inquiry.

"Scarlett is very efficient and she has a competent grasp of evidence. She is a strong advocate."

"Scarlett has a very careful style of advocacy. She gets to the point without the person on the receiving end realising where she is heading."

Anna Bicarregui has a growing presence in the public inquiry space. She has been instructed as counsel to the residential schools strand of the Independent Inquiry into Child Sexual Abuse, and has represented the Welsh government in the UK Covid-19 Inquiry.

"Anna is very good at handling witnesses and clients. She has superb judgement and a good grip on detail. She recognises risks and advantages well."

"Anna has very good analytical skills. She also has great ideas and an understanding of how things work together."

Emily Wilsdon is an experienced junior who has impressive expertise in public inquiries. She often acts on behalf of core participants including government departments.

"Emily is very sensible and pragmatic."

"Emily is immensely organised and cuts through issues with great judgement."