Inquest & inquiry trio join chambers
Specialist police law, inquest and inquiry set 5 Essex Court has announced the arrival of Bilal Rawat, Robert Harland and Saara Idelbi to chambers, all of whom join from 7 Bedford Row
Bilal Rawat was called to the Bar in 1995. He specialises in inquests and inquiries, particularly in cases involving deaths in custody, breaches of health and safety, and allegations of medical error. His experience acting in public inquiries has included as junior counsel to the Bloody Sunday Inquiry, representing former soldiers in the Al-Sweady Inquiry, and currently acting as junior counsel to the Grenfell Tower Inquiry.
Called in 2006, Robert Harland is experienced in inquests and inquiries relating to healthcare. His areas of expertise include cases involved obstetric or surgical negligence and wrong or delayed diagnoses. He has formerly acted in major inquests including the Mid Stafford Public Inquiry and the Grenfell Tower Inquiry. He also offers expertise in public law, personal injury and product liability.
Saara Idelbi, who was called to the Bar in 2008, focuses her practice on public and human rights law, as well as equality, healthcare and personal injury. She is experienced representing both individuals and public bodies in claims involving human rights breaches and professional negligence. In addition, she offers expertise in handling employment cases before the county court and tribunals.
Head of 5 Essex Court Jason Beer QC stated: ‘As part of our strategy to recruit excellence in our field, and support increasing demand from clients in public inquiries, inquests, health and employment law, we are excited to welcome Bilal, Robert and Saara. 5 Essex Court is at the cutting edge of the UK’s highest profile cases and Bilal, Robert and Saara’s experience reinforces our core values of excellence, exemplary client service and a joined-up strategic approach to what are often high stake, high profile cases.’
