Business Details
24 Years
experience
Your Trusted Legal Partner in Data Protection and Employment Law
Established in 2002, Mariel Irvine Solicitors is a boutique legal practice renowned for its expertise in niche areas including data protection, employment law, stress at work claims, inquests, and inquiries. Our firm combines deep sector knowledge with a client-centric approach, having represented high-profile clients such as British Transport Police and insurers in complex cases. We have contributed to landmark legal developments, including drafting the Scrap Metal Dealers Bill and authoring practical guides on vicarious liability and data breach litigation.Our team's extensive experience in both litigation and advisory roles ensures tailored, strategic solutions. Recognised by Chambers and Partners for our professionalism and accessibility, we prioritise clear communication and ethical representation. Our work in inquests, police accountability, and insurance claims underscores our commitment to justice and client advocacy. With a focus on innovation and education, we regularly deliver training and thought leadership to industry bodies.
Services
Data Protection
Employment Law
Inquests & Inquiries
Insurance Claims
Metal Recycling Compliance
Vicarious Liability
Stress at Work Claims
Police Legal Services
GDPR Compliance
Legal Training
Details
- Year established: 2002
Highlights and features
- Boutique firm with expertise in high-profile legal cases
- Specialists in data protection, inquests, and vicarious liability
- Authors of industry-leading legal guides since 2018
- Recognised by Chambers and Partners for accessibility and expertise
- Regulated by the Solicitors Regulation Authority (SRA No. 361311)
Associations and certifications
- Solicitors Regulation Authority
What people say
Outstanding, experienced, knowledgeable
Clear and balanced guidance
Quality of her work is superb
Honest and realistic
Skilled at assimilating complexity
Services
Data Protection
Specialist legal advice on data breach litigation, GDPR compliance, and privacy rights. We act for multinational retailers and insurers, providing DPO services and defending compensation claims. Our expertise includes CCTV regulations and data policy training.
Employment Law
Representation in discrimination, stress at work, and exit negotiation cases. We secure settlements for executives and defend claims in prisons, schools, and healthcare settings. Services include tribunal proceedings and policy drafting.
Inquests & Inquiries
Legal representation at inquests and public inquiries, including the London Bombings Inquests and McGrail Inquiry. We advise on evidence preparation, jury advocacy, and response to coroners' recommendations for police and public bodies.
Metal Recycling Compliance
Expert guidance on the Scrap Metal Dealers Act 2013, including licensing applications, policy interpretation, and defending liability claims. We advise BMRA members and insurers on compliance and industry best practices.
Insurance Claims
Defence of vicarious liability claims, assault cases, and policy coverage disputes. We represent insurers in high-value cases involving nightclubs, construction sites, and psychiatric facilities, with expertise in deliberate acts exclusions.
People
Mariel Irvine
Solicitor
Established the firm in 2002, specialising in data protection and employment law. Author of three legal guides, including 'Practical Guide to Vicarious Liability'. Regular presenter at industry conferences and legal trainer.
Questions
What areas of law do you specialise in?
We focus on data protection, employment law, inquests, insurance claims, and metal recycling compliance. Our expertise includes GDPR, vicarious liability, and stress at work litigation.
Do you handle international legal matters?
Yes, we've represented clients in Gibraltar's McGrail Inquiry and advised multinational retailers on data protection, alongside UK-based cases.
How do you assist with GDPR compliance?
We provide DPO services, staff training, and policy drafting. Our book 'A Practical Guide to Enforcing Data Protection Rights' addresses breach litigation strategies.
Can you represent insurers in liability claims?
Yes, we defend vicarious liability cases, assault claims, and policy coverage disputes for insurers, including multi-million-pound nightclub assault cases.
What publications have you authored?
Three books: 'Vicarious Liability' (2018), 'Scrap Metal Dealers Act 2013' (2019), and 'Data Breach Litigation' (2023), alongside industry articles and training materials.
