19/10/2026
Chambers and Partners
Chambers and Partners states that FSW is a respected team noted for its extensive expertise in handling the full gamut of health and safety issues, including HSE and police investigations following accidents. The team is capable of assisting clients with criminal and civil proceedings in court, as well as carrying out audits and reviews regarding regulatory compliance. Fisher Scoggins Waters acts for clients in a broad array of industry sectors including construction, waste and public services.
Richard Crockford and Michael Appleby are both ranked in Band 1 and Charlotte Waters in Band 4.
It quotes the following testimonials:
The team takes a very hands-on approach and has considerable health and safety industry experience.
Fisher Scoggins Waters is a highly capable firm that combines strong technical knowledge with a pragmatic and commercially focused approach.
Fisher Scoggins Waters' subject matter knowledge and experience ensures all matters are expertly executed.
The team's experience shows itself in challenging cases and the lawyers demonstrate excellence in dealing with health and safety issues.
Legal 500
Legal 500 observes that FSW’s team is well-equipped to assist clients with regulatory compliance, risk management, investigation, and prosecution cases. Michael Appleby handles health and safety offences and manslaughter matters arising from workplace incidents, while Charlotte Waters specialises in construction-related health and safety cases. Richard Crockford represents companies and individuals at inquests, inquiries, and in manslaughter prosecutions.
Michael Appleby and Richard Crockford are both ranked in Legal 500’s Hall of Fame and Susan Cha in the Next Generation of Partners.
The Directory quotes the following testimonials:
A personalized service and extremely knowledgeable individuals in the field of Health and Safety.
Mike Appleby is a superb H&S leader within the practice. His hard work and personal, hands-on involvement really stand out.
FSW Law are a London based law firm who specialise in Health, Safety and Environmental Law. If you have recently had a health and safety incident occur in your workplace and require legal advice, please phone us on 0207 993 6960.