Public inquiries

Public inquiries – how we can help

The Hempsons team has been involved in some of the most high profile and important public and private inquiries in the last 15 years including The Bristol Royal Infirmary Inquiry, The Shipman Inquiry and The Mubarek Inquiry. We have also provided advice and representation in private criminal proceedings  following The Taylor Inquiry (Hillsborough) and can advise and represent individuals and organisations involved in inquiries.

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  • Chambers UK 2017
    “[Adam is] a real thinker... If you have a problem case, he can find a way to tackle it.”
  • Chambers UK 2018
    “He’s unflappable, calm and level-headed. He’s good at managing the stress of the client.”
  • Chambers UK 2019
    “I would describe him as being great in a case analysis – he has a very intellectual, careful and cautious approach, and he is great at determining strategy.”
  • Chambers UK 2020
    “Very astute, switched-on and practical.”
  • Chambers UK 2016
    ““[Simon is] a vigorous and effective advocate” who is “very able and thorough.” “He continues to be highly regarded for his representation of healthcare practitioners."”
  • Chambers UK 2017
    “[Simon has] robust advice combined with tactical awareness and a good client manner. He is well regarded in the marketplace for his representation of medical professionals facing disciplinary proceedings.
  • Chambers UK 2018
    “He’s very experienced and knows the regulation of medical professionals inside out. He’s very thorough and very knowledgeable.”
  • Chambers UK 2020
    “Simon Eastwood is a standout lawyer who is well known for defending healthcare professionals before the GDC and GMC. Sources say: “He is hugely experienced. What he doesn’t know about regulatory work isn’t worth knowing.”
  • 2016
    “Friendly, unpretentious and prepared to work hard to achieve results.”
  • Chambers UK 2017
    “[He is] ‘a very astute and thoughtful tactician’ with sources commending his ability to ‘identify the real issues and consequences of problems and devise the appropriate strategy.”
  • Chambers UK 2018
    “[Stephen is]…very bright, very clever and works incredibly well with clients, counsel and legal experts”
  • Chambers UK 2019
    “He is very loyal to his clients, very tenacious and absolutely dedicated.”
  • Chambers UK 2020
    “[Stephen Hooper] asks the right questions and takes a systematic approach.”
  • Legal 500 2017
    “Stephen is described as] an ‘imaginative’ associate with a ‘refreshing approach to legal problems.”
  • Legal 500 2020
    “Stephen Hooper is thoughtful, hardworking, and approachable.”
  • Chambers UK 2013
    “Huge commitment and passion for the job without being unrealistic about what can be achieved... [He is] entirely straightforward, and he fights very hard for his client. He’s the ideal solicitor.”
  • Chambers UK 2017
    “The highly experienced Surjit Dubb receives praise for his proficiency in "managing the case and the anxiety of the doctor."”
  • Chambers UK 2018
    “He has an excellent manner with clients. He’s very realistic and very down-to-earth.”
  • Chambers UK 2019
    “He’s a very thoughtful solicitor who thinks strategically and tactically.”
  • Legal 500 2018
    “Has unmatched client care and attention to detail.”
  • Legal 500 2020
    “Surjit is a cool, calm strategist who inspires confidence in his clients and fear in his opponents.”