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Squire Patton Boggs

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The 'exceptional' practice at Squire Patton Boggs is led by Manchester’s Robert Elvin, who is certified as a lead accident investigator, and is 'truly outstanding' when advising clients on health and safety issues within the chemicals, construction, and waste sectors. The national team maintains a strong international reputation, notably having represented Nantes FC in the ongoing inquest into the death of Emiliano Sala. Director Gary Lewis, also in Manchester, supports the team with his knowledge of the construction and printing sector, often advising on accident investigations and suicides in the workplace.

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Testimonials

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  • ‘The team is exceptional and has supported our business through very challenging matters; Rob Elvin in particular has provided truly outstanding advice.'

  • ‘Rob Elvin has been exceptionally supportive, calm in challenging circumstances and is clearly an expert in his field.’

Key clients

  • Ashcourt Properties (Newland) Limited
  • D&C Mobile Welding Engineers Ltd
  • Horizon Specialist Contracting Limited
  • Mexichem Specialty Compounds Limited
  • Skyline Arcomet Limited
  • Pets At Home Ltd
  • Mercy Corps
  • Showsec International Limited
  • FC Nantes

Work highlights

  • Advising Showsec International Limited on the Manchester Arena Inquiry.
  • Advising FC Nantes in relation to the Coroner’s Inquest into the death of Emiliano Sala.
  • Representing a global humanitarian charity in the inquest into the death of one of its British employees assigned to the Mercy Corps’ Nigeria program, who was killed whilst visiting the Kajura Castle resort in Nigeria.

Practice head

The lawyer(s) leading their teams.

Rob Elvin

Other key lawyers

Gary Lewis