Catherine Hegarty
Solicitor, Public Law and Human Rights
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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
Excellent 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...
Heather vangasse
Simpson Millarsimpson millar 100% great service from start to finish
my case was a very,very complicated but I'm glad to say we really have possitive ending. i can't thank simpson millar enough especially to Sarah Collier what an amazing solicitor. she has taken on my...
Helena Berkyova
Simpson MillarSarah Collier
Sarah Collier Since 2019 when she first met me and my brother Mustafa, Sarah has been the most brilliant support. She’s helped us so much – really caring for us and always there for us. I shall fo...
Haroon Nikzaad
Simpson MillarSarah Collier
Sarah Collier Since 2019 when she first met me and my brother Mustafa, Sarah has been the most brilliant support. She’s helped us so much – really caring for us and always there for us. I shall fo...
Haroon Nikzaad
Simpson MillarFantastic solicitor & the team around my case
Sarah Collier it's absolutely fantastic and very professional solicitor who knows what she's doing. She is very confident at her role and made me feel very secure and always updated on my ongoing case...
Helena Berkyova
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.
Our Public Law Solicitors advise a large number of young people over the age of 18 but under 25 who aren’t receiving support from children’s services as care leavers, even though they’re clearly entitled to it. So how do you know if you might be a care leaver and still eligible for support?
The Human Rights Act is a UK law passed in 1998 that lets you defend your human rights in Court. It enables you to force government, police and local Councils to treat you with fairness, dignity and respect.
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
