Jonathan Laidlaw KC
‘Jonathan is a master of strategy.'
2 Hare Court is well versed in advising across a wide range of health and safety work. David Whittaker KC, who heads the set's health and safety group, is very experienced in advising on cases involving fatal and non-fatal accidents. Jonathan Laidlaw KC is 'calm and reassuring'; he is acting for crowd management, venue and event security company Showsec in ongoing proceedings concerning alleged HSWA breaches on behalf of the company's workforce who provided security on the night of the Manchester Arena bombing in 2017. James Buchanan has extensive expertise in handling gross negligence manslaughter cases.
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Testimonials
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- 'Julian Campbell will do all that is possible to assist.'
- 'Julian knows this sector incredibly well.'
- 'A fantastic chambers with excellent barristers and clerks.'
- 'An excellent chambers providing support at all levels. One of the best health and safety sets in the country with a strong and professional approach.'
- 'A strong set in health and safety with talented operators.'
- 'An excellent set with a range of excellent barristers in this area.'
Lawyers
Leading Silks
KCs at the very top of their field, with a long-established record of market-defining cases, and widespread endorsement from clients and peers. All silks appointed in the last two rounds are listed further below.
David Whittaker KC
'He is a masterful orator with silky smooth delivery, commanding the ears of the jury and judge with ease.'
Leading Juniors
Leading juniors are those with significant experience of key cases, strong market recognition from both peers and clients, and are seen as future candidates for silk.
James Buchanan
James is a brilliant advocate who has an unrivalled way with clients.'
Alexandra Tampakopoulos
'Alexandra is a brilliant strategic thinker. She can see the issues buried in a mountain of complexities and can explain matters simply and effectively to clients.'
Tom Day
‘Tom is a superstar in all matters of health and safety.'