Samantha Aidoo-Finnegan

Q: What notable cases have you worked on?

I successfully challenged decisions not to prosecute in cases involving allegations of historic sexual abuse, securing the reopening of police investigations and enabling my clients' concerns to be reconsidered, and the perpetrators to be brought to justice.

Q: How do you help your clients achieve the best outcome?

I have represented individuals from a range of backgrounds, including prisoners and former prisoners, bereaved families, survivors of sexual abuse and children. I have also acted for core participants and special interest groups in major public inquiries.

Solicitor

Public Law & Human Rights

Cambridge

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“Throughout your case, I will provide honest advice about the strengths and challenges of your claim and keep you informed of developments.”

I specialise in bringing civil claims against public authorities, helping individuals, families and groups who have been harmed by the actions or omissions of public bodies. I deal with a wide range of civil matters, including claims for false imprisonment, assault, malicious prosecution, misfeasance, discrimination, Human Rights Act claims, historic abuse claims, inquests and challenges to decisions not to prosecute through the Victims' Right to Review process. I also have experience in public inquiries.

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Samantha is based in the following location

Cambridge
1st floor, FORA, 20 Station Road, Cambridge, CB1 2JD.
01223 859 903(Telephone)
Opening Hours

Mon - Fri: 7am–7pm

Sat - Sun - Bank Holidays: Closed

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More about Samantha

Which clients do you usually work with?

I understand that bringing a claim against a public authority or dealing with an inquest is overwhelming, particularly when you are already dealing with the effects of what has happened. You may be facing a public authority with a wealth of resources and a desire to aggressively defend claims against them. My role therefore is to guide you through the legal process, explain and assess your options and secure the best outcome possible for you, whether that is compensation, answers about what happened, accountability from a public authority, and/or lessons being learned to prevent similar harm occurring in the future.

I start by taking the time to understand your circumstances and objectives through taking full instructions, requesting and reviewing evidence, identifying legal issues and developing a case strategy tailored to your individual case. Throughout your case, I will provide honest advice about the strengths and challenges of your claim and keep you informed of developments.

What notable cases have you worked on?

How do you help your clients achieve the best outcome?

What can I expect from my first meeting with you?

Your first meeting with me is an opportunity for us to discuss what has happened, what you would like to achieve and how I may be able to help. I can meet with clients in person, by telephone or via video call, depending on their needs.

During the meeting, I will listen to your concerns, explain the legal issues in clear and straightforward language, and provide an initial assessment of your options. If you decide to proceed, I will explain the next steps, including funding options, the information we will need and what to expect throughout the process.

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