INQUESTS & INQUIRIES SPECIALISTS
Our expertise and ability to draw on a wide range of specialisms means that we are uniquely placed to represent clients involved in the most difficult and sensitive inquests and inquiries. We have represented bereaved families, interested persons and professional bodies that have found themselves drawn into inquests or inquiries, be it due to their public functions or as experts.
We act in all types of Inquests & Inquiries and advise clients on their rights and a multitude of issues, including:
- Rules and procedure
- Giving evidence
- Challenging decisions
- Mitigating any potential damage to reputation
We have particularly significant experience representing coroners in issues of coronial law (the legal framework governing inquest proceedings in England & Wales).
We are also used to advising on connected investigations by the police and other authorities, and draw on support from our Criminal Defence & Investigations team where necessary.
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Our expertise, strategic thinking and ability to draw on a wide range of specialisms means that we are uniquely placed to represent clients involved in the most difficult and sensitive inquests and inquiries and the reputational consequences that may flow from these.
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Why Choose Payne Hicks Beach for Administrative & Public Law Disputes?
The team has a wealth of experience assisting high-net worth and high-profile individuals and businesses with Administrative & Public Law disputes across the full spectrum.
The team utilises the expertise of colleagues in other specialist teams in the firm, including in the Criminal Defence & Investigations and Privacy & Media teams.
We act swiftly, but always with integrity, sensitivity and discretion.
We work in small partner-lead teams to ensure that we deliver the best service to our clients in the most cost-efficient manner.
We are used to being instructed on an urgent basis, particularly when injunctive relief is sought.
“Payne Hicks Beach is a strong, dedicated team offering excellent levels of service. The team is responsive, knowledgeable and really gets into the detail of a case, considering all angles from which it can be approached.”
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