In the difficult, and often confusing time following a death due to violent or unnatural circumstances, the Coroner will call for an inquest into the matter in order to uncover the facts. It is best to have experienced representation in these matters to ensure you and your loved ones are properly advised.

What is an Inquest?  An inquest is a fact-finding inquiry called by a Coroner which seeks to answer four questions: who the deceased was, when, where, and how did they come by their death.

A Coroner will call an inquest when: 

• death appears to be violent or unnatural;
• the cause of death is unknown, or
• the death occurred while the deceased was in custody or state detention (including detention under the Mental Health Act).

The Coroner will seek to answer those questions by reviewing documents and records, seeking written evidence, and calling witnesses to answer questions. In considering how someone has come by their death the Coroner may seek to identify any lessons that can be learned from the death.

The CJCH Inquest team has extensive experience in supporting clients and offering advice during the difficult time of an inquest. We are sensitive to the reality of the situation and what our clients are going through, and offer our service in an empathetic yet effective manner – You can rely on us.