At 2BR, the health and safety offering includes advising on corporate manslaughter, gross negligence and fire safety cases. Christine Agnew KC 'has a strong grasp of technical, expert evidence and is excellent in her cross-examination'. Jim Sturman KC is 'a commanding courtroom presence with a rare ability to combine gravitas with clarity', and is very highly regarded for his defence practice. Among the junior end of chambers, Alex Stein is routinely instructed for the prosecution on behalf of the Health and Safety Executive; he recently appeared in HSE v Amberley Homes (Kent) Limited, a case arising from the death of a roofer who fell from scaffolding on a construction site.
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- 'Paul Rodgers is impressive. He can't do enough to assist and always looking for solutions.'
- 'The clerks at 2BR are excellent with Joe Martin, Joseph Mulligan, and Lee Bartlett going from strength to strength.'
- 'Paul Rodgers brings a calm authority and deep understanding of the demands of Health and Safety litigation, ensuring that counsel are matched appropriately and that scheduling is handled with care.'
- 'The clerking team at 2 Bedford Row is first-rate. They are responsive, commercially astute, and always willing to assist with urgent or sensitive matters.'
- '2 Bedford Row is an extremely strong set in relation to H&S and regulatory work.'
- 'As a chambers, 2 Bedford Row never fail to deliver. They are communicative, and on the ball, and proactive in every regard.'
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