Shalini Patel
Head of Public Law and Human Rights
English
Public authorities are required to obey the law and act rationally and fairly. We know this is not always the case and specialise in challenging decisions and securing compensation for our clients.
Our specialist Public Law and Human Rights Team are passionate about giving clear legal advice and high quality representation to people who feel they’ve been badly treated by a local or central public authority.
Fill in the form below to get in touch with one of our dedicated team members, or call our team today on: 0800 260 5010
We're rated‘Excellent’
We’re recognised for our services in Chambers and Partners and Legal 500 in categories including Administrative and Public Law, and Human Rights and Civil Liberties.
We represent bereaved families in inquests concerning the loss of a loved one.
Bringing claims for compensation when our clients’ human rights have been infringed by public bodies.
Simpson Millar5 stars
Michaela
Michaela has been handling my case, and I honestly can’t put into words how amazing she has been. She keeps me updated every step of the way and always makes sure I understand what’s happening. Michae...
SJ
Simpson MillarI have worked with several members of…
I have worked with several members of the public law team and each one of them is extremely skilled, diligent, caring and thorough, including with vulnerable clients. Communication is very responsive...
Anna
Simpson MillarEve was great with my case
Eve was great with my case , she was very thorough, she gave me options and good legal advice. Very professional and competent. I am happy she handled my case .
Brandy Feimata Taylor
Simpson MillarEve French of Simpson Millar handled my…
Eve French of Simpson Millar handled my public law case in a very professional manner. The communication and service she provided were excellent. She is the best lawyer I have ever dealt with. I would...
Lukasz
Simpson MillarExcellent representation -Eleanor Gauld Solicitor
Eleanor Gauld, Solicitor, represented me recently through an inquest in Coroner’s court. Her work is flawless. She and Simpson Millar in general, were exemplary in their work and the service they pro...
Hazel Williams
Simpson MillarVery great solicitor
Very great solicitor , she changed my life , very professional and welcoming , you very lucky to have a solicitor like Catherine. All I have to say for her is Thank you very much for everything you ha...
Nanta Number
Simpson MillarInquest Assistance
The charity INQUEST put me in touch with Simpson Millar to assist my family with legal representation. We were introduced the to solicitor Amiee Brackfield. From the first point of contact to the conc...
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Simpson Millar has a Legal Aid Agency contract and we can assess eligibility for Legal Aid.
We are experts in explaining how Legal Aid works and applying for it on behalf of our clients. If this doesn’t apply, we’ll be able to discuss other options for funding. This can include alternatives such as a no win no fee agreement, damages-based agreements, crowdfunding and fixed fee packages.
One of our Public Law and Human Rights experts answers a common question about holding public authorities accountable when they have acted unlawfully or failed in their duties.
The Legal Aid Agency (LAA) has reversed its refusal of Exceptional Case Funding (ECF) and Legal Help in an inquest after a pre-action judicial review challenge brought by our Public Law and Human Rights team, in a decision highlighting that applicants outside the prescribed family categories under LASPO (the Legal Aid, Sentencing and Punishment of Offenders Act 2012) may still be entitled to legal aid where Convention rights are engaged.
As artificial intelligence (AI) becomes an increasingly familiar part of everyday life through tools such as ChatGPT and Claude, it is also beginning to play a greater role in public services. As a result, questions are increasingly being asked about how far the technology should influence decisions that affect people's rights.
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