Law firm Simpson Millar has appointed solicitor Alexandra Kenney to its national public law and human rights team. 

Kenney, who joins the firm from Kesar and Co Solicitors, will specialise in trafficking and asylum support, unlawful detention and false imprisonment, children and young people’s rights, actions against the police and HMPS, and inquests.

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Alex Kenney

She is a member of the charity INQUEST, which provides expertise on state related deaths and their investigation to bereaved people, policy makers and the media. She is also a legal panel member for Centre for Women’s Justice, offering advice and legal assistance to women and girls who have been subjected to gender associated violence and discrimination.

Simpson Millar’s head of claims against public authorities Chris Callender said: 'Alex’s passion and commitment to giving high-quality legal representation and advice to people who have been let down by a local or central public authority will make her an exceptional addition to our team, and we are delighted to have her on board.'

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