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Henderson Chambers

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With ‘an impressive array of specialist barristers at all levels’, Henderson Chambers ‘is in the forefront of the field of inquests and inquiries’. Prashant Popat KC is instructed for AstraZeneca in module four of the Covid-19 inquiry, investigating vaccines and therapeutics, alongside extensive inquests work. Oliver Campbell KC acted for Siderise, manufacturers of part of the cladding system, in the Grenfell Tower inquiry. James Purnell regularly acts for companies and public bodies in inquests, while Abigail Cohen is experienced in healthcare and health and safety inquests
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Testimonials

Collated independently by Legal 500 research team.

  • 'My go to chambers for Inquests and Inquiries. Good strength in depth and easy to work with.'
  • 'Excellent clerks room. Responsive and clear.'
  • 'Henderson Chambers is my top set for health and safety environment Inquests and public Inquiries.'
  • 'The clerks are very helpful, in particular Daniel Kemp and Daniel Smith.'
  • 'Henderson Chambers is in the forefront of the field of inquests and inquiries with an impressive array of specialist barristers at all levels, demonstrating excellent strength in depth.'
  • 'The clerks are always excellent and swift to respond. Dan Smith is my main contact who is excellent.'
  • 'It is always a pleasure working with Henderson Chambers and we would not hesitate to do so in the future - their barristers are user friendly and down to earth.'
  • 'Daniel Kemp was particularly helpful in our liaison with Chambers.'

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.

2
Prashant Popat KC
‘Without doubt the absolute premier inquests and inquiries barrister. Thorough, forensic, amazing presentation of complicated issues with unrivalled expertise in picking experts to pieces.’
3
Oliver Campbell KC
‘Unbelievably able, knowledgeable advocate and carries enormous gravitas and respect in court and with clients.’
3
Andrew Kinnier KC
‘An extremely bright lawyer with excellent judgement.'
3
Malcolm Sheehan KC
Malcolm is a very impressive barrister and an all-rounder – he is extremely personable and responsive and his advocacy and strategic thinking are strong.’
4
Tim Green KC
‘Tim's experience and technical knowledge enable him to stay abreast of detailed evidence and provide strategic, yet sensible advice to clients.'
4
Toby Riley-Smith KC
4
Geraint Webb KC
He is extremely intelligent, has the ability to cut straight to the issues even in complex technical claims, and is well-liked by clients.'

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.

4
Lucy McCormick
'Lucy works very hard and has a strong eye for the detail.'
4
James Purnell
‘James is extremely knowledgeable in both health and safety law and inquests.'
5
Abigail Cohen
5
Hannah Curtain
An excellent advocate - calm, measured, confident. Incredibly analytical.'