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Independent Investigations - All Circuits

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What the Team is Known For

39 Essex Chambers has a strong independent investigations practice, which is noted for its "good breadth and depth". The set handles a wide number of sensitive matters, including whistleblowing and safeguarding, and advises clients from sectors such as education, religion and health. The set has been entrusted with significant investigations, including Determination of Ellesmere College Swimming Academy application for affiliation.

Lindsay Scott is the Chief Executive Officer.

Strengths

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They are a brilliant team. Stuff gets picked up, even on non-working days. We have a real two-way relationship.

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Notable Practitioners

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Anna Bicarregui
3
Band 3

Anna Bicarregui is a highly rated junior who is adept at handling complex and sensitive investigations, particularly into alleged misconduct.

Anna Bicarregui is good at managing clients and knows the law well, but is very sensible on the tactical side.

Anna is very flexible and has a can-do attitude.

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Ian Brownhill
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Ian Brownhill
3
Band 3

Ian Brownhill is well versed in conducting independent investigations across a wide variety of sectors including education, charities, social care and sport. He is experienced in matters concerning safeguarding and other sensitive issues.

He is able to cut through complexity and find a clear path.

Ian Brownhill is brilliant. He is so knowledgeable in terms of his areas of expertise. His presentation to clients is very good - clear and accessible.

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Katherine Apps
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Katherine Apps
3
Band 3

Katherine Apps KC is a silk experienced in taking on sensitive and significant independent investigations, including those relating to safeguarding issues.

She is absolutely rigorous. She really knows the law inside out, she is very clever and astute, and she is also quite pragmatic.

Katherine Apps has an amazingly broad practice. She has a brain the size of a planet. Her technical expertise is notable; she does really complex cases.

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Katherine Apps KC
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Katherine Apps KC
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Anna Bicarregui
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Ian Brownhill
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Ian Brownhill
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