No breach of duty protecting NHS worker from Covid-19 - Mar 2022
Charlotte Gilmartin is an Associate Member of Chambers and had a broad practice with a focus on Clinical Negligence, Personal Injury, Inquests, and Public Law and Human Rights.
She regularly acted for both claimants and defendants in complex clinical negligence matters, advising on liability and quantum, settling a variety of pleadings and advising in conference. She appeared in court in a variety of civil hearings on behalf of both claimants and defendants. Charlotte also regularly appeared before Coroners and has provided representation in immigration proceedings before the First Tier Tribunal.
Charlotte developed an in depth knowledge of the case law and procedures of the European Court of Human Rights during an extended secondment to the UK Division of the Court in 2019 – 2020.
Charlotte also represented local residents’ associations in planning inquiries on a pro bono basis, instructed through the Environmental Law Foundation. Notably, Charlotte successfully represented the Isleworth Society (a Rule 6 objector) and appeared on a pro bono basis on behalf of a residents’ association at a planning inquiry into a proposed development at 68-86 Farringdon Road, London, and in an inquiry regarding forestry management and development. In 2020 she was jointly nominated for Advocate’s Young Pro Bono Barrister of the Year Award.
In addition, Charlotte was instructed as junior counsel to the Infected Blood Inquiry, also known as the contaminated blood scandal, regarded as one of the most significant adverse public health events in the United Kingdom.
During pupillage at One Crown Office Row, Charlotte was involved in a variety of public law, clinical negligence and professional regulatory matters. During her previous twelve month pupillage, Charlotte assisted in a range of public law, EU/competition law and commercial law cases. Prior to commencing pupillage at One Crown Office Row, Charlotte was the judicial assistant to Lord Neuberger at the Supreme Court of the United Kingdom. In 2014, Charlotte taught undergraduate Contract law and European Union law at the University of Oxford.
Listen to Charlotte discuss transgender parental terms on episode 96 ‘what is a mother in law?’ on our podcast Law Pod UK here.
Clinical Negligence- Acted for an NHS Trust, advising in conference with multiple clinicians and expert input regarding allegations of breach of duty in a missed cancer diagnosis case.
- Acted for a Claimant, advising on quantum in a claim brought under the Fatal Accidents Act and the Law Reform (Miscellaneous Provisions) Act.
- Settled a defence to a claim brought under the Fatal Accidents Act involving a cerebral abscess and complex cardiovascular history.
- Represented a clinician in an inquest touching the death of a woman who died from a missed cancer diagnosis.
- Acted in a high profile inquest concerning the death of a cyclist, Prof. Bitner-Glindzicz, who died when a van driver opened his door into her path causing her to fall into the path of oncoming traffic.
- Represented the family in an inquest raising issues of mental health treatment and discharge from hospital.
- Represented a GP in an inquest touching the death of a young woman in hospital.
- Represented the family in an inquest touching the death of a woman who died in hospital following a delayed cancer diagnosis.
- Represented the family in a three day inquest touching the death of a young woman with a history of allergies.
- South Downs Planning Inquiry for the Dangstein Conservancy.
- Uber London Limited v TFL licence appeal: Preparation of witness evidence
Pre-Inquest Review held into the Death of Sadie Salt - Jan 2022
Today the pre-inquest review into the death of Sadie Salt is to be heard. Sadie, aged 2, died in November 2020 in hospital following an incident at her nursery, where it is thought she choked on a...
1COR Quarterly Medical Law Review – Spring 2021 – Issue 9 - Jul 2021
Welcome to the ninth issue of the Quarterly Medical Law Review, brought to you by the barristers at 1 Crown Office Row. Download the Spring 2021 newsletter here: 1COR Quarterly Medical Law...
1COR Quarterly Medical Law Review – Autumn 2020 – Issue 7 - Feb 2021
Welcome to the seventh issue of the Quarterly Medical Law Review, brought to you by the barristers at 1 Crown Office Row. This issue was unfortunately somewhat delayed but covers developments in...
Tonight’s the night for the Bar Pro Bono Awards - Nov 2020
Looking forward to tonight's Advocate Awards ceremony with fingers crossed for joint nominees Emma-Louise Fenelon, Charlotte Gilmartin, Rajkiran Barhey, Darragh Coffey and Thomas Beamont for...
‘See’ you at the Bar Council Pupillage Fair 2020 - Oct 2020
Delighted to virtually join the Bar Council Pupillage Fair on 17th October. Chat through what we do, a career at the Bar and meet our barristers on the 2nd floor. Read about Rajkiran Barhey's...
Congratulations to our 5 juniors nominated for Advocate’s Young Pro Bono Barrister of the Year Award - Oct 2020
Congratulations to Emma-Louise Fenelon, Charlotte Gilmartin, Rajkiran Barhey, Darragh Coffey and Thomas Beamont for their joint nomination for Advocate's Young Pro Bono Barrister of the Year Award....
1COR Quarterly Medical Law Review – Summer 2020 – Issue 6 - Sep 2020
Welcome to the sixth issue of the Quarterly Medical Law Review, brought to you by the barristers at 1 Crown Office Row. Download the Summer 2020 newsletter here: 1COR QMLR - Summer 2020 - Issue 6 ...
Impact of Covid-19 on Healthcare Webinar - May 2020
In the first remote event of 2020, three teams looked at the impact of COVID-19. Lizanne Gumbel QC chaired the Claimant team comprised of Isabel McArdle and Matthew Flinn. John Whitting QC...
1COR Quarterly Medical Law Review – Spring 2020 – Issue 5 - May 2020
Welcome to the fifth issue of the Quarterly Medical Law Review, brought to you by the barristers at 1 Crown Office Row. In this packed edition you will find: Download the Spring 2020 newsletter...
1COR Quarterly Medical Law Review – Winter 2019/20 – Issue 4 - Mar 2020
Welcome to the fourth issue of the Quarterly Medical Law Review, brought to you by barristers at 1 Crown Office Row. This quarterly publication aims to provide summaries and comment on recent cases...
John Whitting QC and Charlotte Gilmartin discuss the trial of going to trial at Clyde & Co’s first training seminar of 2020 - Feb 2020
Clyde & Co's healthcare team are pleased to announce that John Whitting QC and Charlotte Gilmartin of 1 Crown Office Row, will be joining us to discuss the particularities of cross-examination...
The 1COR Quarterly Medical Law Review – Autumn 2019 – Issue 3 - Dec 2019
Welcome to the third issue of the Quarterly Medical Law Review, brought to you by barristers at 1 Crown Office Row. This quarterly publication aims to provide summaries and comment on recent cases...
Rajkiran Barhey instructed in South Downs National Park planning inquiry - Nov 2019
Rajkiran Barhey represented Mr Paddy Cox, the owner of a small woodland, in his appeals against the Park Authority’s refusal of planning permission and an enforcement notice. The outcome is awaited...
Law Pod UK Ep. 96: What is a ‘mother’ in law? - Oct 2019
Charlotte Gilmartin (currently doing a Pegasus internship in Strasbourg) wrote an article on the UK Human Rights Blog about the landmark case of TT, R(on the application of) v The Registrar General...
Jonathan Metzer and Charlotte Gilmartin to travel the world as Pegasus Scholars in 2019 - Sep 2019
Congratulations to Jonathan Metzer and Charlotte Gilmartin, who have both been awarded outgoing Pegasus Scholarships for 2019. The Pegasus Scholarship Scheme is run by the Inner Temple for barristers...
Neil Sheldon QC and Charlotte Gilmartin instructed in inquest into Prof. Bitner-Glindzicz - Aug 2019
On Wednesday 7th August 2019, an inquest was held into the death of Prof. Maria Bitner-Glindzicz, a world-renowned geneticist specialising in syndromes affecting children. Prof Bitner-Glindzicz was...
1COR Brighton’s annual Ghulam Hussain Volleyball Cup is here! - Jul 2019
Each year, 1COR Brighton raise money for the Rockinghorse Appeal and remember fellow barrister Ghulam Hussain. This hugely popular event is going from strength to strength in its 9th year with 15...
1COR walk in the LLST’s London Legal Walk 2019 - Jun 2019
These 1COR boots are made for walking...in the London Legal Walk 2019! Each year 1COR raise money to provide access to justice through their support of the London Legal Support Trust (LLST). Each...
Charlotte Gilmartin in inquest examining support for vulnerable persons - May 2019
Charlotte represented the family on a pro bono basis at Suffolk Coroner’s Court in a three day inquest looking at mental health and support for vulnerable persons. The inquest investigated the death...
National Park Land: Protected or Publicly Accessible? - May 2019
Rajkiran Barhey and Charlotte Gilmartin, both instructed by Emma Montlake of the Environmental Law Foundation, are together preparing for an appeal against the refusal of planning permission on behalf...
Public Hearings begin in The Infected Blood Inquiry - May 2019
On 30th April 2019, the first public hearings of the Infected Blood Inquiry were held in London. More are planned over the next year in Belfast, Leeds, Edinburgh and Cardiff. The Inquiry is chaired by...
Philip Havers QC, Emma-Louise Fenelon & Charlotte Gilmartin discuss Darnley v Croydon Health Services at Weightmans’ Healthcare Training Seminar - Apr 2019
As part of Weightmans’ Healthcare Training Programme 2019, Philip Havers QC has been asked to speak about the significant case of Darnley v Croyden Health Services, in which he appeared as leading...
Five members volunteer at Inner Temple’s ‘Becoming a Barrister’ day - Feb 2019
Clodagh Bradley QC, Amy Mannion, Emma-Louise Fenelon, Head of Outreach Jo Moore and Charlotte Gilmartin this week volunteered at a ‘Becoming a Barrister Day’ for 16-18 year olds. The event,...
Infected Blood Inquiry announces innovative plans to allow individuals to give evidence anonymously - Jan 2019
The Infected Blood Inquiry has announced innovative plans to allow individuals to give evidence through appointed intermediaries. The intermediaries will visit those who request their support and then...
Success for local residents’ association in Pro Bono Planning Inquiry - Dec 2018
Charlotte Gilmartin appeared pro bono on behalf of The Isleworth Society at an eight day planning inquiry in to a proposed residential development at the Park Road Allotment site in Isleworth. The...
The Liability of Private Hospitals & Clinics: Lessons from the Paterson Litigation - Nov 2018
This seminar will look at developments in the law relating to vicarious liability following the Paterson Litigation. A hypothetical case study will be debated between a claimant and defendant team of...
Charlotte Gilmartin prepares to run the Royal Parks Half Marathon in aid of the Public Law Project - Oct 2018
Charlotte Gilmartin is already training to prepare for the Royal Parks Half Marathon on 14th October 2018. 1COR are ready to cheer her on as she runs to support the Public Law Project. The Public...
Delighted to announce Charlotte Gilmartin as a new tenant - Mar 2018
We are delighted to announce that Charlotte Gilmartin has accepted our offer of tenancy following successful completion of her pupillage, with effect from 1st March 2018. Charlotte has been...
Jonathan Metzer and Charlotte Gilmartin appear in significant planning inquiry regarding proposed development - Feb 2018
Jonathan Metzer and Charlotte Gilmartin appeared on behalf of a local community group at the planning inquiry into a proposed development at 68-86 Farringdon Road, London. The proposal is to knock...
Law Pod UK Ep. 19: The High Court rules on a planning authority decision - Dec 2017