About Will Heath
Will is a paralegal in the Civil Liberties & Human Rights team. He assists Maria O’Connell with a variety of inquests and civil claims against the police, prison authorities and other state bodies.
Will joined Hodge Jones & Allen in the Housing team in 2020. He previously worked with Daniel Fitzpatrick and Nancy Collins on the Grenfell Tower Inquiry, representing a group of the bereaved, survivors and residents in seeking accountability from government and industry.
Notable cases
Will’s notable cases include working with Daniel Fitzpatrick on the Grenfell Tower Inquiry, representing a group of the bereaved, survivors and residents in seeking accountability from government and industry.
He also handled a pair of novel discrimination claims for clients with severe disabilities whose housing estate was being demolished around their purpose-built homes.
Client feedback
- “Will supported us throughout our case and is a great asset. We had a very challenging situation and it was a breath of fresh air to receive outstanding support, clear communications and regular catch ups to keep us updated on progress.”
- “From day one I noticed a high level of professionalism from Mr. Will Heath who was my Paralegal Assistant. My enquiries were always greeted with the utmost patience, care and attention to detail, which I valued highly.”
Education & Personal Interests
Education
Will has distinctions in the GDL and the Bar Vocational Course and a 1st class degree from Manchester University.
Personal interests
Will lives a nomadic lifestyle on a narrowboat as a ‘continuous cruiser’, and volunteers as a caseworker for the National Bargee Travellers Association. He is well placed to advise on eviction matters for boaters.
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