UK Bar
Health & Safety - London (Bar)
James Maxwell-Scott KC advises clients on both civil and criminal matters pertaining to fatal and non-fatal accidents, and represents a wide range of clients from private individuals to large organisations. He has been involved in some of the most high-profile public inquiries and inquests involving multiple fatalities, including the Grenfell Tower fire.
Strengths
"James Maxwell-Scott is very good. He is a brilliant advocate and is very good with clients."
"James Maxwell-Scott's advocacy is very strong. He is knowledgeable and sensible."
Inquests & Public Inquiries - London (Bar)
James Maxwell-Scott KC is instructed in a diverse range of inquests and public inquiries, regularly appearing as counsel to the inquiry. He has particular experience appearing in inquiries involving a health and safety aspect.
Strengths
"James is informed and reads the room well. He is good with the clients."
"His submissions are the best because they are short and show an absolute understanding of huge amounts of data."
"James has a nice manner and he is very effective."
