"Edward has both great gravitas and the ability to see a case very clearly. He speaks with authority and the court listens to him."
Chambers & Partners 2023
Edward frequently appears in Inquests around the country. He has appeared in numerous long and challenging inquests ranging from deaths resulting from medical treatment; suicides; failures of health and safety at work; road traffic accidents (motorbikes and car) and deaths in custody. Edward frequently deals with issues relating to Article 2 inquests and through his work on the Attorney General's Panel of Counsel, he is well placed to advise clients on inquests relating to state bodies and authorities. He is primarily a trial advocate and this brings a sharpened forensic analysis to all the evidence being considered by the Coroner.
My approach
Edward is personable and approachable. He well understands the trauma and upset caused by the inquest process. He is sensitive to all the needs of those who instruct him at such a difficult period of their lives.
His practice is ably supported by a team of modern and efficient clerks. He is open and transparent about fees and will usually charge fixed fees for any given case. Edward offers dynamic and pragmatic solutions to litigation and obtain fantastic results for his clients when required.
My work
Recent examples include:
Latoya Smith : Death of a 9 year old at temporary road works. 12 day inquest against QCs.
TH 2022: Suicide arising from negligent provision of mental health services and overlap of homelessness provision. Article 2 questions determined.
RM 2022: Death arising from negligently identified cancer and subsequent treatment.
PM 2021: Suicide arising from a failure in a secure accommodation unit. Article 2 engaged.
YW 2020: Cyclist killed at a junction in central London; determining issue of road safety at junctions.
What my clients say
- "I would highly recommend Ed who understands the subtle nuances of the law and is an accomplished and gifted counsel:" Direct Access Client 2022
- "Ed provides clear expert advice, both on paper and in person. He is hugely energetic and always on the ball". Partner, Bolt Burdon Kemp Solicitors
- "I found Ed both personable and knowledgeable, and he was able to act with the kind of decisiveness and speed that you want when you place your trust in a barrister. The law often seems an unfathomable beast but Ed guided us to an ideal solution. I would be more than happy to recommend Ed to people seeking expert legal counsel". RP, Director, City Financial Services Firm
Professional & academic
MSc in Russian and Post Soviet Studies [2005] [LSE]
LLB In Law (specialising in the international protection of Human Rights) [2003] [LSE]