Richard Cole

UK Bar

Richard Cole of Civitas Law is a busy inquest practitioner who is frequently instructed by government departments, among other public bodies. He has strong experience of prison inquests and matters concerning policing and mental health.

"Richard Cole is the GLD's go-to barrister for prison death cases."

"I absolutely rate Richard. He's really calm, he puts witnesses at ease and he can get things out of witnesses that they don't want to volunteer. His cross-examination skills are really good."

"Richard is strategic on the highest level. He doesn't get fazed, which makes him really good in dealing with difficult individuals. His jolly disposition ensures that things get done."