Compliance with fire safety law has always been an important and serious matter, yet following the tragic Grenfell Tower fire there have been further legislative and regulatory changes in respect of fire and building safety bringing with them further duties and responsibilities. Non-compliance with fire safety law can have serious consequences for those responsible.
Alongside the Fire Safety Order 2005, the Fire Safety Act 2021, Fire Safety Regulations 2022 and Building Safety Act 2022 place duties and obligations on those responsible for fire safety. Breaches of fire safety legislation and regulation can result in substantial fines for you or your company, custodial sentences for individuals responsible and serious damage to reputation, the stakes are high.
We have a proven track record in litigation, advocacy and regulation and experience representing and advising both those facing enforcement action in respect of fire safety matters and fire and rescue authorities. We are uniquely placed to advise companies, individuals, landlords, hotel owners, education settings and public bodies in relation to such investigations, fire enforcement notices, prosecutions and appeals as well as on issues of compliance and liability.
Representation is provided by lawyers in our Regulatory and Criminal departments with support from Real Estate and Construction, Dispute Resolution, Public Law and Employment teams.
By involving us from the earliest stage we can advise you on what course of action is best suited to your particular circumstances.
If you require assistance and discuss the options that are available to you, please contact Hannah Eales.
Jonathan Grimes
Criminal Litigation
White Collar and Financial Crime
Extradition and INTERPOL
Partner
Claire Lamkin
Property Litigation
Real Estate Litigation
Partner
Melinka Berridge
Regulatory
Partner and Head of Department
Maeve Keenan
Criminal Litigation
Criminal Defence and Police Investigations
Extradition and INTERPOL
Senior Associate
Alfie Cranmer
Regulatory
Associate
Hannah Eales is also an absolutely brilliant lawyer and strategist. She is completely dependable, sensible and thorough and has a calm approach to matters, which is a huge asset when working alongside her in difficult situations. She is totally committed to her clients."
Legal 500 UK, 2023