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Hickman & Rose has a strong inquest practice that sees members of the firm representing bereaved families in sensitive and high-profile inquests. It has substantial experience handling inquests that arise in the context of contact with the police and the criminal justice system.
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Hickman & Rose represented the family of Thomas Orchard in inquest proceedings. Thomas Orchard died in the custody of Devon and Cornwall Police in October 2012.
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Hickman & Rose has such high-quality solicitors. They are so talented.
The lawyers are very supportive and responsive.
Hickman & Rose has such high-quality solicitors. They are so talented.
The lawyers are very supportive and responsive.
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Daniel Machover heads the civil litigation practice at Hickman & Rose. He is a specialist in inquests and has acted on some of the most high-profile cases, including acting for the family of footballer Emiliano Sala at inquest. In addition, Machover acted as the chair of INQUEST for over a decade until February 2022.
Daniel Machover is the godfather of inquests.
Daniel deserves every superlative. He brings great tactical judgement and calmness alongside dedication and thought to his practice.
Helen Stone is an expert in inquest law with deep expertise in acting for bereaved families following deaths in contact with the police or while in custody.
Helen has really good attention to detail.
Helen is highly trusted by the coroner. She is proactive in anticipating and dealing with things.
Kate Maynard has substantial expertise acting in connection with inquests arising out of the police, immigration and prison contexts. Her cases include acting for bereaved families of individuals who died following mental health crises.
Kate has a great eye for forensic detail.
Kate has just got great judgement. She is so tenacious and across all the detail.
Toby Wilton is recommended for his representation of bereaved families in inquest proceedings. He often handles inquests arising out of police and prison contexts.
Toby is absolutely a rising star. He has strong qualities, experience under his belt and has great public law instincts.
Toby is an outstandingly intelligent but insidious lawyer and campaigner for his clients.