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Watching Brief for Murder Victims’ Families
Discuss the scope of a watching brief and how the firm may assist a murder victim’s family in following the proceedings.
Understand the proposed role
A family affected by a murder case may want help understanding the proceedings and keeping track of developments. Lim Wong & Partners acts as a watching brief lawyer for families of murder victims.
The first discussion should establish the case stage, the family’s connection to the deceased and the support being requested. A watching brief has a distinct role from conducting the prosecution or defending the accused. Ask the firm to explain the scope of its proposed involvement and how information will be communicated to the family.
Prepare the case and family background
Information for an initial review
Appoint a family contact if practical, and gather the records already received. A short chronology helps separate confirmed developments from unanswered questions.
- The deceased’s details, the family contact and any police report or case reference.
- Available court notices, hearing information and correspondence from the relevant authorities.
- The family’s questions, documents already supplied and the current stage of the matter.
Court experience relevant to the enquiry
Mr. Lim Chon Sin’s criminal practice includes murder and capital cases, with experience from the Magistrate Court through the Federal Court. The family can discuss its questions about the proceeding and the assistance sought from a watching brief lawyer, including the proposed communication arrangements as the case progresses.
Discuss Your Matter
To discuss a watching brief for a victim’s family, call 07-595 3768 or email cslim09@yahoo.com.
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