Inquests
UK Guide 2025 : UK-wide
Band 2
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Provided by Deighton Pierce Glynn
Deighton Pierce Glynn know that public inquiries are vital for holding the government, and those with power, accountable for abuses and wrongdoings. They provide their clients with clarity on injustices and the underlying culture that enabled them. They have extensive experience in high-profile inquiries, including the Stephen Lawrence inquiry and the Independent Inquiry into Child Sexual Abuse (IICSA). The firm identifies key issues, navigates legal challenges, and ensures comprehensive document disclosure. They excel in judicial reviews, ready to challenge any inquiry.
This experience sits alongside their reputation as one of the leading legal practices in the UK for inquests where they assist families facing controversial deaths involving state bodies, such as deaths in police custody or prisons. They received the first ever unlawful killing finding, by an inquest jury, for a self-inflicted death which occurred in a prison. Their services help families understand processes, ensuring they remain central to the inquiry, while securing vital information from authorities. They advocate for coroner recommendations to prevent future deaths and support families in seeking accountability, compensation, and policy changes. Our lawyers are connected with organizations like INQUEST to empower families during these challenging times.
Chambers Review
Deighton Pierce Glynn is notable for its representation of bereaved family members in highly sensitive inquests. The team shows a particular specialism in inquests arising from prison deaths.
Work Highlights
- Deighton Pierce Glynn represented the family members of Robert Fenlon in the inquest proceedings touching upon his death when in Woodhill Prison in 2016.
Strengths
Provided by Chambers
"The team takes the time explaining things to us."
"The lawyers highlight issues clearly and they have a collaborative approach."
"The team takes the time explaining things to us."
"The lawyers highlight issues clearly and they have a collaborative approach."
Notable Practitioners
Gus Silverman heads the Bristol-based Actions Against Public Authorities team at Deighton Pierce Glynn. He acts for bereaved families in inquests following contact with mental health services, as well as the police.
"Gus is always on top of the issues and a safe pair of hands."
"Gus has strength in police work."
"He is superb tactical lawyer who really knows the law that needs to be deployed. He is a bright solicitor."