30 Park Place is a leading chambers for inquests and inquiries. We have extensive experience in the most high-profile and complex cases in recent years.
We act for bereaved families, UK Government, Welsh Government, local government, the NHS, the police and others. Our team combines skilled advocacy with strategic overview and exceptional case management.
30 Park Place is consistently ranked as the only Tier 1 chambers in Wales for inquests and inquiries by the Legal 500 and Chambers.
Our barristers have appeared in the Infected Blood Inquiry, the Covid-19 Inquiry, the Gleision Mining Disaster inquest, the Emiliano Sala inquest and more.
We have a real depth of of experience in article 2 ECHR inquests including multi-agency failures to prevent murders by persons recently released from prison and managed by probation, suicides in children, deaths in custody, deaths in or following mental health detention, and inquests involving allegations of gross negligence.
Our members have also been involved in a number of successful claims for judicial reviews against coroners in relation to whether article 2 ECHR was engaged, whether an inquest should be resumed following criminal trial, and the legality of conclusions
We act for both families and public bodies and are known for our persuasive advocacy and ability to manage large complex cases effectively. Clients rely on our team for technical excellence and effective strategic overview of complex cases.
Members provide training to local solicitors, hold regular knowledge-sharing events, and accept instructions under legal aid, CFA, private and pro bono arrangements.
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