Inquest Lawyers Manchester & Stockport

Clifford Johnston & Co. has a team of Inquest Lawyers with the knowledge and expertise to represent you before the Coroners Court.

Our Inquest Solicitors have gained an excellent reputation and are a leading firm in this field.

Our Inquest Lawyers are based in Stockport and Manchester, but with clients across the UK. We can, therefore, assist you wherever you are based.

I’ve been called as a witness/core participant in a public inquest, what now?

Anyone that may be able to contribute valuable information to the inquest will be asked to attend the hearing. People who take an active role are called ‘Interested Persons’ (IPs) (as defined in section 47(2) of the Coroners and Justice Act (CJA) 2009). IPS often include family members of the deceased, representatives of the establishment where the death occurred and those who were directly involved in the care of the deceased.

IPs normally have legal representation throughout an inquest. If you’ve become aware that you are potentially going to be involved in a public inquiry, contact our Inquest Lawyers as soon as possible.

We will help you to make sure that you are thoroughly prepared for the challenges ahead by:

• reviewing all of documents and evidence relevant to the case
• helping you to prepare a statement
• ensuring that you are well prepared and ready to appear at a hearing
• representing you in court
• protecting your interests throughout

An inquiry is usually in response to a traumatic incident involving loss of life, or a serious crime, which is understandably distressing and stressful for everyone involved. Even more so if your actions are coming under scrutiny. We understand the impact that this can have on your life, and we will work with you to protect your interests at this time.

If you have been summoned as a witness for an inquest, you will be notified of the date, time, and venue – it’s important to seek legal advice at this stage to ensure that you are fully prepared and to get advice on any practical concerns that you might have about the hearing.

How can we help?

We have a wealth of experience in assisting those affected by a sudden death leading to an inquest and will provide you with the professional support and advice you need to get through this difficult time.

We can liaise with all the relevant people and authorities on your behalf; this may include the Coroner’s office, the Prison Service, the Police, the Prison and Probation Ombudsman or the NHS and request that you have access to all relevant material prior to a hearing. This may include ensuring that you get disclosure of post mortem examination reports, expert reports, medical records and other documents that are relevant to the death.

We can organise expert representation at inquest hearings to ensure that your views are properly communicated and that issues you want explored are fully examined.

We will ensure that you are kept fully updated throughout the process and that you understand all the steps that we take on your behalf.

We deal with a wide range of inquests including deaths in prisons, hospitals and care homes. We act for families and professionals such as midwives, care workers and Prison Officers.

Notable Cases

Here are just some of the cases that the Inquest Solicitors at Clifford Johnston & Co have recently been involved in:

• Inquest into the death of NS at HMP Belmarsh – we represented an Officer Support Grade in relation to the death of a prisoner.
• Inquest touching the death of Baby PA at Warrington Hospital – we represented 3 midwives in proceedings before Warrington Coroners Court in relation to the sad death of a baby shortly after birth.
• Inquest into the death of SH at HMP Liverpool – we represented 2 prison officers at a lengthy and complex jury inquest before Liverpool Coroner’s Court.
• Inquest touching the death of MS – represented a Care Worker before Doncaster Coroners Court in relation to the death of an elderly lady at a care home.
• Inquest touching the death of CF – we represented the family of a RAF veteran who was murdered in December 2014. This case raised serious issues surrounding Article 2 of the Human Rights Act and the obligation of the government to protect the right to life.
• Inquest touching the death of JB – we represented a Macmillan nurse in relation to allegations of a criminal nature and linked proceedings before Bolton Coroners Court.
• Inquest into the death of CC at Dewsbury & District Hospital– we represented a Mental Health Team Leader in proceedings before Bradford Coroners Court.
• Inquest into the death of LS at HMP Elmley – represented an Officer (Support Grade) in proceedings before Maidstone Coroners Court.

To arrange a free initial consultation with a specialist Coroners Inquest Lawyer please contact Jared McNally.

Our People

Jared McNally is the Partner dealing with inquests. He has a wealth of experience in this area. He is known for his sympathetic handling of these difficult cases and is committed to promoting the objectives of his clients in each case. He has excellent contacts amongst leading barristers in this field.

Get in Touch for Expert Inquest Advice and Representation

We have over 35 years of experience providing legal advice and representation at Coroners Court Inquests throughout Manchester, Stockport, Liverpool, Cheshire and throughout the UK. Our Inquest Solicitors are experts in their fields.

Call today or complete the enquiry form and we will get back in touch with you quickly.  We will always respond promptly, and we will be happy to help