At Browne Jacobson LLP, Nottingham-based Andrew Hopkin and Birmingham-based Rachel Lyne co-head the practice, which provides ‘exceptional support’. The group acts for many private sector organisations in relation to health and safety accidents and incidents, including some fatal accidents. It is also adept at advising on health and safety issues that arise from food safety, environmental, care sector and road traffic work. Of note is the fact that the team prosecutes health and safety cases for local authorities and fire authorities.
Testimonials
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‘Excellent judgement; very considerable expertise and quality in depth. Rachel Lyne is an extremely capable regulatory practitioner. Experienced, calm under pressure and good to work with.’
‘A professional team with great knowledge and expertise which covers a range of different disciplines, working together to provide comprehensive advice.’
‘They always try to understand and represent the client's business through their eyes, while challenging preconceptions to ensure the best advice and guidance.'
‘I know by going to Rachel, and her team, that they have a wide range of skills and breadth of knowledge – they are responsive and keen to assist.'
‘Rachel Lyne is brilliant at giving clear commercial advice, she balances the law with the commercial reality and keeps to the information you need to know. ’
‘Having been a client for over ten years, I have always found the team to be knowledgeable in the field of health and safety, and where other issues overlap such as environment and fire.'
‘The support from the team is exceptional. Due to the nature of our business we often need quick decisions and responses on legal positions, and Browne Jacobson have always been able to provide the necessary support within the timescales provided.’
‘Rachel Lyne is always willing to go above and beyond to support the business requirements. Rachel has always been willing to support us no matter the day of the week or time of day.’
Key clients
- JS Wright
- Blackwell Structural Consultants Ltd
- Welsh Government
Lawyers
Practice head
The lawyer(s) leading their teams.
Andrew Hopkin, Rachel Lyne