Public Inquiries
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Band 3
Contact number
+44 20 7685 1200Chambers Review
Burges Salmon houses a substantial team of practitioners known for tackling high-profile public inquiries. It regularly advises both government departments and corporate clients.
Work Highlights
- Burges Salmon advised the Post Office in the Post Office Horizon IT Inquiry.
Strengths
Provided by Chambers
"Burges Salmon are excellent and have got good strength in depth."
"Burges Salmon is brilliant; you can tell how closely they work together and they are able to collaborate with others seamlessly."
"Burges Salmon are excellent and have got good strength in depth."
"Burges Salmon is brilliant; you can tell how closely they work together and they are able to collaborate with others seamlessly."
Notable Practitioners
Charlotte Whitaker is a partner at Burges Salmon who is skilled at representing clients in high-profile public inquiries. She has experience acting for clients in a range of sectors, including rail and health.
"Charlotte is so proactive and on top of things. Sometimes I almost feel she is ten steps ahead."
"She is a massive intellect and has great client skills. She also knows what the core issues of the matters are."
"Charlotte is very calm and organised. She is excellent at tactics."
Ben Davies is recommended for his handling of public inquiries. He often acts on behalf of corporations.
"Ben delivers thoughtful work."