Hodge Jones & Allen has expertise in challenging public bodies through judicial review, civil litigation, and complaint procedures. The team regularly handles cases concerning failures by the police to investigate crimes and adequately protect victims of sexual violence. The practice is headed by Susie Labinjoh, who is recommended for her skill in handling compensation claims for victims of miscarriages of justice. Maria O’Connell joined the team from Scott-Moncrieff & Associates Ltd in October 2023; she has experience advising on inquests into deaths involving prisons and the police. Alice Hardy left the firm in May 2023.
Testimonials
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‘Guy Mitchell is an impressive solicitor with great attention to detail, and strong experience in complex cases.’
‘This a very dedicated and thoughtful team of solicitors who will give you excellent representation and carefully see their clients through the most difficult experiences.’
- ‘They are adept at taking on a wide range of novel and complex judicial reviews.’
- 'Susie Labinjoh is one of the best public lawyers around, particularly for vulnerable clients. She is a specialist in civil liberties, human rights, and miscarriages of justice.'
'Sasha Barton has been exceptional. Not only is she very knowledgeable but she keeps me up to date every step of the way. She has amazing patience even when under pressure and she is very empathic.'
'HJA has a stand-out reputation for its public law work and provides an outstanding client service.'
'Cormac McDonough is fantastic. He's an astute, calm, measured, and intellectually formidable solicitor.'
'Guy Mitchell has a variety of skills and experience enabling him to work on a variety of cases, including inquests, public law actions and civil claims against the police and public bodies. He provides a quietly diligent and meticulous approach to cases and his work is first-rate.’
Key clients
- Night Stars
- Grenfell Tower Inquiry
- Extinction Rebellion
Work highlights
- Advising three volunteers from Night Stars on arrests prior to the Coronation in May 2023.
- Advising a client on a claim against the Government for its failure to take adequate steps to protect the client from the risks of air pollution.
- Representing International Solidarity Movement and others in the Undercover Policing Inquiry.
Practice head
The lawyer(s) leading their teams.
Susie Labinjoh