Serjeants’ Inn Chambers ‘boasts exceptional breadth and depth of expertise’ across a range of practice areas, including inquests and inquiries. Its complex inquests work is exemplified by John Beggs KC‘s work on the reopened inquest into the death of Sabina Rizvi, instructed by Commissioner of Police for the Metropolis; reopened as a result of allegations of police collusion with the murderer. Bridget Dolan KC heads the team, who is instructed by the UK Health Security Agency for the first two modules of the Covid-19 inquiry. Nageena Khalique KC is instructed for the Welsh Government in module 6 of the Covid-19 inquiry, investigating the impact of the Covid-19 pandemic on the public and private adult social care sector, and Gerard Boyle KC is lead counsel for the National Police Chief’s Council in the Undercover Police Inquiry.
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- 'Lee Johnson will always go the extra mile for clients, and builds excellent relationships with those instructing counsel. He is the face of the chambers and has a deep understanding of client needs. '
- 'The clerks at Serjeants Inn are easy to work with and prompt in their responses. Tom O'Connor in particular is excellent at keeping solicitors up to date and responding clearly and quickly to requests made.'
- 'The chambers boasts exceptional breadth and depth of expertise across various practice areas, including coronial law. Professionals within the industry consistently commend Serjeants' Inn for its prompt and efficient service, reflecting the chambers' unwavering dedication to meeting the needs of its clientele with utmost professionalism and responsiveness. In an industry marked by complexity and nuance, Serjeants' Inn Chambers shines as a trusted partner.'
- 'I have confidence in the strength and depth of the skills of this set. I have always been confident in the quality and service offered'
- 'Serjeant's Inn clerks are responsive, well organised and transparent in discussions about costs which is often a core concern for the client, which is appreciated.'
- 'I have used Sergeants Inn for many years , they are my "go to" for inquest work. All those I have instructed have had an depth subject knowledge and expertise .'
- 'Serjeant's Inn is a top set for inquests and inquiries, with a high number of excellent barristers experienced in this area.'
- 'The clerks are incredibly helpful and responsive.'
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