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Band 2

Inquests & Public Inquiries

The Regions (Bar)

4 Years Ranked

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Provided by Simon Connolly

UK Bar

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Simon is a specialist inquest practitioner with a particular expertise in representing healthcare organisations and professionals in proceedings throughout the jurisdiction.

He is particularly sought after to represent the interests of providers of healthcare services within the Secure Estate and also the Ministry of Justice, by virtue of his appointment to the Attorney General’s Regional Panel of Civil Counsel, in lengthy and often complex death in custody inquests which engage Article 2 ECHR and are heard by a Coroner sitting with a jury.

Simon’s healthcare experience both as a solicitor and at the Bar has involved the representation of providers and professionals of all disciplines and specialities. Directory rankings acknowledge the extent of his knowledge of Coronial law, his “impressive” medical knowledge and his personable approach.

Beyond healthcare, Simon’s inquest-focused practice includes the representation of social care providers and professionals and the police in connection with deaths occurring during the currency of police investigations.

Simon is head of the Healthcare Regulatory Team at Park Square Barristers.

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Inquests & Public Inquiries - The Regions (Bar)

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Band 2
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Simon Connolly has developed a substantial practice in the area. He is regularly sought out to act in Article 2 inquests. He is instructed by public and private bodies, with recent work for care providers and the police. He sits as an assistant coroner for County Durham and Darlington.

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