Paul Renteurs

Inquests & Public Inquiries

Paul has developed a strong practice in Coroners’ inquests, particularly those concerning deaths of children and deaths in custody. His experience includes representing individual medical professionals and medical practices who find themselves identified as interested persons, as well as families of the deceased. Whether making submissions to a coroner as to the proper scope of an inquest, or putting questions to witnesses, including expert witnesses, Paul’s professional, but personable and considerate manner enables him to effectively represent the varying concerns of a range of different clients.

Recently, Paul represented a primary care practice in a case concerning the death of a fourteen-year-old girl from a severe asthma attack. Paul successfully resisted submissions by Queens’ Counsel acting for the family of the deceased, inviting a finding of neglect. The Coroner for South Tyneside gave a brief narrative verdict.