Vida Simpeh
Vida has a mixed practice with a particular focus on Public and Administrative Law, Regulatory and Professional Disciplinary, Inquests and Inquiries and Education Law.
Vida has appeared in her own right in the Court of Appeal and High Court. She has also been led in cases before the Court of Appeal.
She is recognized as a highly esteemed junior. She excels in handling legally and factually intricate cases, demonstrating expertise in managing high volumes of evidence and analysing complex documentation. She has expertise and experience in cases where there has been issues of discrimination and has represented and advised clients in relation to such matters. Both professional and lay clients appreciate her approachable demeanour.
Vida is renowned for her clear written advice and robust advocacy, whether in written or oral form. In the Legal 500 2024 rankings, Vida is recognized as a leading junior for Inquests and Inquiries. Additionally, she received the Rising Star UK Diversity Legal Award in 2019, acknowledging her outstanding legal, business, and client skills early in her career.
Vida is also appointed on the Equality and Human Rights Commission panel of preferred counsel. Prior to joining 4-5 Gray’s Inn Square, Vida was at a leading criminal set and successfully represented clients in the Crown Court and Court of Appeal both as led junior and in her own right.