Weightmans' ‘forward-thinking’ team has significant capabilities across a breadth of sectors, including the education, public and insurance industries, and is active on a range of health and safety matters. David Lewis is the head of the national regulatory practice and is experienced in handling health and safety enforcement actions; his work is complimented by his experience as an assistant coroner. Anna Naylor is the technical lead for health and safety and has particular expertise in advising on deaths occurring in custody.
Testimonials
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‘I have found the team to be very personable, engaging and knowledgeable about their specific areas of expertise. There is good communication between me as a client as well as between each other within the team, from the most junior staff to partners, providing confidence for me in the team and service, in that there is consistency with advice across the team.'
‘The team are highly professional and discreet in the way they manage me as a client. Individuals are truly supportive of my difficult situation and I feel very supportive and confident that I am in safe hands.'
‘Weightmans have an excellent well regarded team in health and safety. They are hugely efficient in ensuring that evidence is gathered at an early stage and that the overall strategy in facing the client's problems is well thought out and pragmatic. With this team, there is a real sense of mission to do well for the client.’
‘David Lewis demonstrates a willingness to go above and beyond in their endeavours to assist a client. David is hugely experienced and always gives solid, well thought out leadership in any legal team working for a client.’
‘I hold Anna Naylor in the highest regard. She is extremely hard-working and fully committed to her client's cause. Her inquest practice is excellent. Anna is a pleasure to work with.’
‘The team are experts in their field. They are a reliable and reassuring presence in difficult situations, offering guidance and support. Their understanding of the inquest and regulatory process and ability to explain it is excellent.’
‘From the first meeting, the support provided to me and my colleagues by the team was second to none. The team ensured that alongside helping to develop incredibly robust evidence, our emotions were managed with such professionalism.'
- 'The team's attention to detail and forward-thinking, combined with their experience, instilled such trust and confidence in my team and me.'
Key clients
- Jaguar Land Rover
- North West Ambulance Service NHS Trust
- Zurich
- AXA XL
- AIG
- Ageas
- Hiscox
- Wirral Borough Council
- Lancashire County Council
- British Transport Police
- Camerons Brewery
- Staffordshire County Council
- Damasco Ltd
- Postpack Ltd
- Premum Care Ltd.
- Cheshire East Council
- East Riding District Council
- Rotherham Metropolitan Borough Council
- Protector
- Leeds City Council
- Former Executives of the Countess of Chester
Work highlights
- Acted for Jaguar Land Rover in relation to a range of health and safety matters.
Lawyers
Practice head
The lawyer(s) leading their teams.
David Lewis, Anna Naylor