Squire Patton Boggs‘ Manchester-based offering is well-placed to assist clients through the various stages of high-profile public inquiries. The team is also equipped to advise on serious accident and fatal incident cases of significant value and complexity, from initial investigation and crisis management through to prosecution conclusion. Rob Elvin heads the practice; he harnesses 25 years’ experience in corporate defence, acting for clients across industry sectors including chemicals, construction, manufacturing, sports and waste. Oliver Bristow is a name to note with expertise assisting both companies and individuals facing investigation and prosecution, with a particular specialism in fire and building safety cases. Roger Cartwright’s practice includes handling environmental cases from noise abatement matters to permit breaches.
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- 'Helps us understand not just the legal requirements but the practical applications that we may as an organisation want to utilise to ensure compliance with those requirements.'
- 'The individuals that we work with take the time to understand our business needs to ensure that they’re able to provide tailored and effective legal advice.'
Key clients
- EDF Energy
- Berry Global (Maynard & Harris Plastics)
- Creamfields
- Showsec
Work highlights
Assisted EDF Energy following a PACE interview request due to a serious accident at Dungeness in June 2022.
Instructed on the investigation and representation of the client following a fatal accident at Maynard & Harris Plastics’ manufacturing site in Ellough, Suffolk.
Following the Manchester Arena bombing Inquiry, we assisted Showsec in the review of evidence and legal duties conducted by Manchester City Council (MMC).
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Practice head
Rob Elvin
Other key lawyers
Oliver Bristow; Roger Cartwright