Chambers Review
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Inquests & Public Inquiries - London (Bar)
Individual Editorial
Briony Ballard predominantly acts in inquests, including Article 2 proceedings, which involve alleged or proven clinical negligence. She routinely receives instructions from healthcare professionals, NHS trusts and bereaved families. She is also adept in proceedings involving police or prison deaths, and has significant experience of inquests involving issues of mental health. She draws strength from her experience as an assistant coroner.
Strengths
Briony is a superb talent and skilled advocate. She is measured and she has wonderful client skills.
Briony has good knowledge and she works well with clients.
She is a very good advocate and very reliable. She is good with clients and witnesses.
Briony is an incredibly strong advocate and her strategic input is excellent.
Police Law: Mainly Defendant - All Circuits
Individual Editorial
Briony Ballard is a respected barrister who is instructed by various police forces in sensitive matters including inquests and misconduct proceedings.
Strengths
Briony Ballard has a great presence in the courtroom.
