Inquest and Inquiries Partner

JOIN A MARKET-LEADING REGULATORY INQUESTS & INQUIRIES PRACTICE

 Are you an established Regulatory Partner or a Senior Associate on the cusp of Partnership looking for a platform to build, lead and shape a premier practice?

We are seeking an exceptional lawyer to join our growing Regulatory Inquests & Inquiries team. This is a rare opportunity to play a leading role in high-profile, complex and sensitive matters that attract national attention and have significant reputational, regulatory and commercial implications for clients.

The Opportunity

You will advise a diverse client base across the public and private sectors on:

• Coroners' inquests and inquest-related proceedings
• Public inquiries and statutory investigations
• Regulatory and enforcement investigations
• Health & Safety matters
• Crisis management and incident response
• Governance, compliance and risk management
• High-profile and reputationally sensitive cases

This role offers a genuine platform for growth, leadership and business development, supported by a collaborative and highly respected team.

We are interested in hearing from:

• Existing Partners seeking a stronger platform for growth
• Principal Associates and Senior Associates ready to step into Partnership
• Lawyers with a proven track record in regulatory, inquests, inquiries, health and safety, or investigations work
• Commercially minded practitioners with strong client relationship skills
• Ambitious leaders who want to shape and grow a market-leading practice

If you are looking for the next step in your career and want to join a team recognised for excellence in Regulatory Inquests & Inquiries, we would welcome a confidential conversation.

📝 Please Note: We encourage candidates to speak to us direct/apply direct for the opportunities we have available.

Come and join our award-winning organisation and be part of a team where people truly matter.  

Weightmans is a Leading national law firm, with strong international capabilities.

Weightmans has been recognised as a leading employer for the 19th consecutive year at Britain’s Top Employers awards, and ranking top 10 in the list, the firm has also secured top positions in Chambers UK.

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