TLT has a strong reputation in public law, with particular expertise in public inquiries, often representing core participants. The team advises across the full spectrum of public law, including judicial reviews, inquests, and strategies to mitigate legal risks. It is frequently instructed by central government departments and public bodies. Zaqia Rashid leads the team and specialises in public inquiries, litigation, and national security matters, offering deep insight into complex, high-profile proceedings. Andrew King brings significant experience advising on public law issues and legal risk management, particularly for government clients.
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‘A diverse and talented team that provides a personalised service directly suited to your needs. A clear accountability structure that enables good quality instructions to be provided. All team members are responsive and accessible, and it’s encouraging to see a genuine commitment to diversity in all its forms, including at a senior level.’
‘Zaqia Rashid has consistently provided high-quality legal advice and assistance. The team has demonstrated a full understanding of my individual needs and great appreciation of the operating environment and other relevant considerations.’
‘Good knowledge of government workings.'
‘Nicola Meads-Batten is unparalleled. Tactically astute, responsive, really listens to clients and delivers. She has a particular skill in persuading the opposing party to reconsider or to remove a blockage/unlawful decision/move forwards positively, without needing to issue proceedings. Clients love her.'
‘This practice is excellent because the team has a wealth of experience in administrative and public law. I have been impressed by the desire to understand the specific and bespoke needs of my organisation and the ability to marry practical and political considerations with any legal advice. I feel like this team always goes to extra mile.’
‘Nicola Mead-Batten is outstanding. She is a highly experienced and capable public lawyer. She exercises excellent judgement and skill and is warm, approachable, and pragmatic - a joy to work with.'
Key clients
- Lampard Inquiry (Previous Essex Mental Health Independent Inquiry)
- Undercover Policing Inquiry
- Reading Borough Council (Forbury Gardens – Terror Attack) – Instructed by the Judge Coroner (Sir Adrian Fulford)
- Inquest into the Death of Benjamin McQueen
- British Medical Association
- Gambling Commission
- Professional Standards Authority for Health and Social Care
Work highlights
Appointed as the statutory Solicitor to the Lampard Inquiry, the first statutory inquiry into mental health issues in the UK.
Appointed as the statutory Solicitor to the Undercover Policing Inquiry, one of the UK’s largest inquiry investigations that is reviewing over 50 years of policing in the UK.
Acted as Solicitor to the Inquest into the Forbury Gardens terror attack deaths, supporting Sir Adrian Fulford and Nick Moss KC.
Lawyers
Next Generation Partners
Junior partners with significant recognition from clients and peers in the market and key roles on multiple matters.
Practice head
Zaqia Rashid
Other key lawyers
Andrew King; Nicola Mead-Batten