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Inquests

Coroners' investigations and inquests can be a difficult and emotional time for all involved. Our Inquests team utilises its extensive experience in some of the highest-profile inquests to advise on all aspects of a coronial investigation.

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Why choose our Inquests lawyers?

Our Inquests team is widely recognised for our experience and in-depth knowledge of all aspects of coronial law. This expertise enables us to support clients through what can be a complex process by providing pragmatic and straightforward advice.

We have particular experience in assisting coroners or judges conducting complex or large-scale inquests. We have been instructed in many of the most significant and high profile inquests held over the past 15 years, including the inquests of Anthony Walgate, Gabriel Kovari, Daniel Whitworth and Jack Taylor (each of whom was murdered by Stephen Port); the Hillsborough inquests; the inquest into the deaths of Diana Princess of Wales and Dodi Al-Fayed; and the 7/7 London Bombings inquests.  

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We frequently provide advice to organisations involved in inquests as Interested Persons and on the public law and reputational issues that may arise from them. Our team can also assist and support individuals to help them understand and participate in the inquest process following the death of a family member or loved one. 


Whilst our inquests work focuses on deaths arising from events that cause wider public concern, Fieldfisher's Personal Injury and Medical Negligence team can provide support to the families of those killed in accidents at work, on the roads or railways, or as a result of medical negligence or asbestos exposure. More information about their work can be found  here: Personal Injury and Medical Negligence team


Fieldfisher's expertise in this area has been recognised by the Legal 500 (ranked Tier 1 for UK Solicitors 2024 (Administrative and Public Law)).

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