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Police Law: Mainly Claimant - All Circuits
Individual Editorial
Sam Jacobs successfully represents victims of police wrongdoing in a variety of claims, including those for false imprisonment, and has acted in cases which closely examine the legal grounds for police liability in negligence.
Strengths
Sam Jacobs is absolutely fantastic with clients and is good at thinking tactically.
Sam is great, he has a very good knowledge of the law. He is very good at taking a tactical view on cases. He gives simple and pragmatic solutions to very complex issues; I enjoy working with him.
Sam Jacobs is my go-to. He is low-key, sensible, super professional and always gets things right. He is really solid and gives sound advice. He is also good on his feet. I enjoy instructing him.
Sam Jacobs is excellent; a safe pair of hands.
Sam Jacobs is an excellent advocate for vulnerable clients. I could not recommend him more highly.
Inquests & Public Inquiries - London (Bar)
Individual Editorial
Sam Jacobs is a popular barrister with considerable experience acting in inquests and public inquiries such as the IICSA and the Undercover Policing Inquiry. He is particularly well equipped to represent families in inquests concerning prisons and police custody, or mental health services.
Strengths
Sam will be a silk soon. He is really exceptional on his feet and all over the details.
Sam is a charming and punchy advocate.