She is very well-prepared, thorough and fights the client's corner in a very pleasant and attractive way. She is always meticulously well prepared. Her legal submissions, both oral and written, are focused and persuasive. She fights her corner hard without ever being discourteous to witnesses or the Court.
Tanya has the ability to have a jury eating out of her hand, however difficult and serious the case. Her advocacy is assured and powerful.
Tanya Robinson has an established criminal practice prosecuting and defending at the highest level. Tanya is a highly persuasive and effective advocate. She has particular expertise in the handling of highly vulnerable witnesses and defendants, including those who require the assistance of an intermediary, as well as cross-examining those with mental health issues or the very young. She is well used to dealing with the pressures of sensitive and demanding cases.
Tanya is totally committed and always goes the extra mile to get the best result for her clients. She is instructed by families of the deceased to ensure that their concerns are heard and any steps to avoid future deaths are properly addressed at the inquest or afterwards by way of a Prevention of Future Deaths Report. Tanya also acts for those criticised following a death. She provides strategic and expert representation for interested persons, ensuring that their interests are properly and effectively represented during the inquisitorial process.
Tanya has substantial experience in challenging and presenting complex expert evidence, sensitive witness handling, and addressing the Coroner on complex issues as to inquest scope, conclusions and human rights issues both orally and in writing. She represents nursing and care homes following deaths in care or assisted housing, and those who have been involved in workplace accidents leading to a death. Tanya also provides written, in person, or remote advice on preparing for an inquest and the gathering or service of evidence in response to requests from the Coroner.
