James Atkinson Inquest begins

The inquest into the death of James Atkinson began yesterday at Newcastle Coroner’s Court.

James, who grew up in Leeds, died suddenly on 10 July 2020 after ordering a takeaway pizza via the Deliveroo app from a Restaurant in Newcastle. James had a known peanut allergy, and it is believed he suffered a severe allergic reaction after eating pizza which was part of the order.

James’ family are represented by partners at law firm Leigh DayJill Paterson and Thomas Jervis. The family have instructed barristers Craig Hassall KC, Janine Wolstenhome and Helena Spector. 

Ben Thomas  is instructed to represent Newcastle City Council in the inquest which is scheduled to last for two weeks.

For press coverage please see below:

The BBC

The Guardian

ITV

Daily Mail 

The Mirror

Park Square Barristers are the only chambers on the North Eastern Circuit that are ranked as a Band 1 set for Inquests & Public Inquiries in Chambers & Partners 2024 and Tier 1 set for Inquests & Inquiries in Legal 500. We are also a Tier 1 set for Business and Regulatory Crime (Including Health and Safety).

To instruct Craig, Janine, Ben or Helena or discuss any aspect of their practice please call their clerks:

Madeleine Gray on 0113 202 8603

Patrick Urbina on 0113 213 5250

Nichola Fox on 0113 2135213

Imogen Brown on 0113 2135225