Position

Barrister specialising in commercial and public law, with expertise in group actions, product liability, health and safety, personal injury, environment, inquests and employment.

Education

The Oratory School; Edinburgh University; City University

Mentions

London Bar

Environment

LEADING JUNIORS2

James Purnell – Henderson Chambers ‘His work rate is phenomenal and his advice pragmatic.’

London Bar

Health and safety

LEADING JUNIORS3

James Purnell –Henderson Chambers ‘James works extremely hard and absorbs huge quantities of material very quickly. He is clever and gives sensible, pragmatic advice.‘

London Bar

Inquests and inquiries

LEADING JUNIORS4

James Purnell –Henderson Chambers ‘James' advocacy in inquest matters is excellent, striking the right balance between sensitivity and a robust approach. His advice is clear and pragmatic.'

London Bar

Product liability

LEADING JUNIORS2

James Purnell –Henderson Chambers ‘James is a highly skilled senior junior. His advocacy in inquest matters is excellent, striking the right balance between sensitivity to the difficult nature of inquests yet also maintaining a robust position on behalf of his client.'