Public Inquiries

TLT has great expertise in advising core participants in public inquiries. The firm is also capable in handling instructions in the role of solicitors to the inquiry. The team has a wide client base which includes the likes of emergency services and local and central government departments, as well as high-profile individuals.

"I am very impressed by the breadth and depth of TLT's expertise. They are able to advise on all stages of the inquiry process, providing confidence and assurance throughout."

"The team is able to respond to work spikes in an agile fashion without a drop-off in quality."

"The lawyers are very client-focussed."

TLT advised the Lampard Inquiry both as official solicitor to the inquiry and provision of wider legal support.

Zaqia Rashid heads the public inquiries offering at TLT. She draws upon her senior role within the Government Legal Department to advise a range of clients on their involvement with public inquiries. "Zaqia is one of the most commercially astute and experienced lawyers I have had the pleasure of working with." "Zaqia has excellent client care skills, especially when it comes to understanding what the actions are." "She has impeccable skills and inspires confidence." "Her people skills are second to none. She knows how to keep an inquiry team working together towards the goal."

Catherine Turtle is an experienced public inquiries lawyer at TLT who advises clients in connection with all facets of the inquiries process. Recent matters she has been instructed on include the Lampard Inquiry. "Catherine is very intelligent, highly efficient and practical." "Catherine drives work forward."

Laura Smith is a senior associate in the public inquiries and public law team at TLT. She is recognised for her handling of complex public inquiries. "Laura is hardworking. She has impeccable judgement and fantastic attention to detail." "Laura Smith really thinks ahead."