Susan Cha
Partner
Health And Safety Law
Susan Cha is a leading figure in health and safety law and regulatory defence with more than 25 years’ experience.
Recognised by The Legal 500 as a Leading Individual in Health & Safety, Susan is widely respected for her meticulous preparation, strategic judgment, and calm authority in even the most high-pressure situations.
Susan’s practice spans the full spectrum of health and safety and regulatory risk. She has acted in major investigations and prosecutions arising from workplace fatalities, construction and infrastructure incidents, and corporate manslaughter allegations, providing clear and practical advice from the earliest stages of an incident through to trial and inquest.
Rail Sector Expertise
She has particular expertise in the rail sector, having represented organisations for many years in prosecutions and investigations brought by the Office of Rail and Road (ORR). Her experience includes advising on complex safety management systems, operational compliance, and defending enforcement action following serious rail and transport incidents.
Clients value Susan’s ability to combine deep technical knowledge with sound commercial awareness. She works closely with boards, in-house teams, and insurers to deliver effective strategies that protect both people and reputation. Described by clients as
“astonishingly committed” and “impressively responsive” (The Legal 500),
she is known for her clarity of communication and unwavering client focus.
At FSW Law, Susan leads on complex regulatory defence and investigation matters across multiple industries, reinforcing the firm’s reputation as a trusted adviser on regulation and reputation management. She brings the insight of decades of frontline experience, and the reassurance of expert, decisive guidance when it matters most.