‘A truly national firm which is very well resourced and able to deal with a high number of cases of varying intensity with great efficiency. Yogi Amin is very organised and thorough.’

‘Large and very experienced property and affairs deputyship team, with particular specialism in handling personal injury awards. The firm provides a full service for its deputyship clients. Lucy Nicol is hugely experienced in this area.’

‘Angela Jackman KC is an extremely experienced practitioner, particularly for younger vulnerable adults with complex needs. Oliver Studdert is a very diligent lawyer, committed to obtaining the best outcome for his vulnerable clients.’

‘There has been a genuine empathy interest and care in supporting every circumstance that is presented to us as a family. The entire team is always prepared to go the extra mile in finding solutions to problems.’ 

‘What has always impressed us is that not only are they very skilled and knowledgeable in their area of expertise, their duty of care approach and understanding where they place great emphasis on genuine empathy for us as a family means so much to us. Katie Strong has always been there for us.’ 

‘Irwin Mitchell is a market leader in the Court of Protection. It takes on the full range of cases and can cover cases across the country.’

‘Oliver Studdert is a calm and pleasant solicitor to work with. Angela Jackman KC not only understands the law extremely well but also advocates for the dignity and rights of the people we are working for and who are at the heart of what we do.’

‘Damian Hodkinson – I found him to be a pleasure to work with; he combines charm with a concern for his clients and a determination to get things right.’

‘Having Stephen Richards and Alice Tomlin in your corner gives you the confidence that every detail will be addressed and you won’t be out thought by the other side.’

‘The CoP team have a well-deserved reputation as experts in the sector and a niche in complex cross-border mental capacity matters. Julia Abrey is the specialists’ specialist: her expertise and enthusiasm are impressive and she is a great and engaging public speaker.’

‘Stephen Richards is an excellent solicitor and litigator. He is calm and unflappable, providing clear and measured advice to clients, even in very difficult and challenging circumstances and is excellent at identifying a clear strategy for a case.’ 

‘Stephen Richards and Natasha Stourton demonstrated their ability to formulate a clear strategy and provide strategic and commercial advice to their client.’

‘One of the few firms able to take on the really big cases, but give the same attention and service down to the smallest cases. As adept at acting for HNW families and national charities as they are in small family disputes.’

‘Stephen Richards is perhaps first amongst a small handful of lawyers who know how, can, and do take on really big Court of Protection litigation. He is great at pivoting from the strategic big-picture to the micro and tactical. He has a real feel for how a judge will see a case. Hugely dedicated.’

‘Alice Tomlin is very bright and extremely diligent – she understands the area extremely well and has a great eye for detail. She is extremely client responsive.’

‘Sensational team with real depth and skill. Stephen Richards is a standout individual in the team. Julia Abrey is excellent.’

‘Both of the individuals we work with are very personable and approachable so I am always comfortable when I need to speak to them.’

‘Excellent ability to understand and take time.’

‘Highly personal services delivered within the company structure giving peace of mind of a corporate organisation with a caring approach to the needs of its clients.’

‘Professional, caring, understanding of individual needs. Donna Holmes is particularly attentive, as is Douglas Houghton.’

‘A great team of professional and personable individuals who share a knowledge and enthusiasm for the area of law.’

‘Puja Desai is a gifted professional who is not only an expert in her field but receptive to her clients wishes and feelings, practising in a personal and often highly emotive area of law.’

‘I have always found the team incredibly knowledgeable and hard working, representing their clients’ interests fully.’

‘Rebekah Sambrooks from the Birmingham office is very experienced in Court of Protection and works very hard for clients. Briefs are always well prepared and she is very responsive to queries.’

‘This is one of the best known Court of Protection teams, with a huge amount of experience in often very difficult cases. Alexandra Knipe has huge experience including internationally. David Wedgwood is very well known in the industry.’

‘David is a highly regarded COP practitioner with expertise in acting as a deputy or other fiduciary (e.g. executor). He is very good at stepping in as a neutral in highly charged situations.’

‘Alexandra Knipe and Sasha Miles-Bunch were both very helpful, amenable and approachable, whilst producing an excellent report covering the pertinent issues, which helped to enable a good settlement to be reached for my client.’

‘Brilliant overall coverage of private client. Best in the business. Direct and approachable at all levels. Alexandra Knipe is the perfect solicitor. Clients love her and she immaculately prepares cases so that they are usually successful. Knows lots in the industry and makes difficult issues seems easy.’

‘Emma Tante is incredibly supportive and collaborative in the way that she works. She always ensures the client is at the forefront of everything we do. She is always present and contactable.’ 

‘Emma Tante, Alexandra Knipe and Rayssa Whitlock are all outstanding individuals: calm but thorough and determined to ensure that their clients’ legal rights are protected and promoted.’

‘The team are fiercely proactive and work tirelessly in the interests of their clients. They have excellent international expertise and the ability to deal with both contentious and non-contentious matters.’

‘Alexandra Knipe is a bit of a superwoman. She manages her team and a very complex and varied caseload with serenity and brilliance.’

‘Terrific team with real strength in Court of Protection as well as associated fields (e.g. community care). Able to handle large, complex cases without losing sight of the individuals involved.’

‘Laura Hobey-Hamsher has been an absolutely stand out performer for years. Knows her stuff and is a shrewd litigator. Particularly strong in medical treatment cases.’

‘Emma Varley is fast becoming a very strong part of the Bindmans team. Will Whitaker is excellent with lay clients and a safe pair of hands. Georgina Byrne is a trusted and well-respected lawyer with a real depth of experience in CoP work.’

‘The team is led by Laura Hobey-Hamsher who is one of the best COP solicitors in the business. They take on really interesting cases, and also have quite a few high-profile ones.’

‘Laura Hobey-Hamsher is very experienced and absolutely excellent. I would also recommend Emma Varley and Georgina Byrne, who are both really very good.’

‘Every lawyer involved in COP cases is exceptional but with a wider knowledge of community care law or education law added in.’

‘Laura Hobey-Hamsher has a very good tactical feeling for COP litigation as well as a great understanding of the underlying welfare and public law issues that can arise in such cases. She is on top of the detail; any instructions from her or her team will always be excellently prepared.’

‘Upholding rights of vulnerable parties, attention to legal framework and diligence in holding statutory bodies to account.’

‘Ruth Meyer and Alexander Wright have built and run a very successful practice. They are surrounded by confident colleagues who are knowledgeable, helpful and practical.’

‘The Court of Protection team at Boyes Turner is knowledgeable, responsive, and helpful. I have been particularly impressed with James Pantling-Skeet’s approach to Court of Protection matters, and his broad range expertise.’

‘The team has a specialism not only in Court of Protection work but continuing healthcare advice and special educational needs advice. All relevant to clients under the Court’s jurisdiction. A breadth of experience in all areas assists in the provision of complete and comprehensive Court of Protection advice.’

‘Ruth Meyer is dedicated to her clients, providing compassionate and expert legal services that reflect her deep commitment to their well-being at all times. Very well regarded amongst her peers and supported by a top performing team.’

‘Under the leadership of Alexander Wright and Ruth Meyer, this small team punches above its weight. They are recognised experts in property and affairs cases but are also able to draw on the wider firm’s expertise in welfare matters (for example James Pantling-Skeet’s expertise in education law) to advise on a wide range of issues.’

‘Alexander Wright was recently the chair of the Professional Deputy Forum which cemented his reputation as a safe pair of hands for issues involving deputyship and powers of attorney in the Court of Protection.’

‘Ruth Meyer and Alexander Wright lead a formidable team with fellow director Sue Clark. You will be hard pressed to find a more knowledgeable group in this practice area.’

‘Boyes Turner have an excellent team, with real strength in depth which makes them an obvious choice for high value settlements. They are flexible in their approach and determined to secure the best quality of life for the clients that they support.’

‘Best known for acting for very high-net-worth individuals. Suzanne Marriott is a star of this area and massively well respected.’

‘CRS are rightly regarded as market leaders in this area. Suzanne Marriot in particular is regarded as the doyenne of the COP property and affairs world and is often the COP’s choice as deputy in a contentious situation. She is brilliant at managing difficult family dynamics.’

‘Graeme Kleiner for his fantastic tactical acumen.’

‘Strong team from top to bottom. Suzanne Marriott is a giant in this area and deputy of choice for HNW individuals.’

‘Suzanne Marriott is a very experienced deputy with particular expertise in dealing with very high-net-worth clients. She has a good manner which inspires confidence in her clients.’

‘I have worked also with Oliver Auld and Rebecca Piper on a demanding COP case concerning a very HNW individual. Both brought their experience of COP litigation to the table and worked well together as part of a team.’

‘Super for the high-net-worth clients. With Suzanne Marriott, there is no comparison. Tamasin Perkins is excellent. Rebecca Piper also very good.’

‘This is a strong and expert CoP team who are great to work alongside. Sally Ashford is a really impressive lawyer, meticulous in dealing with complex and high-net-worth cases but remaining incredibly approachable.’

‘This is a very busy team, led by two doyennes of the Court of Protection world. Their knowledge of Court of Protection matters is unrivalled and there cannot be anything they haven’t seen. They are excellent at dealing with the difficult, weird and wonderful cases, and are very well resourced.’

‘Anne Minihane has a truly excellent eye for detail, and is a calm but formidable opponent in statutory will proceedings. Anthony Fairweather has endless energy and takes his role as Deputy very seriously.’

‘I find the team very approachable and professional. Anthony Fairweather will always be available in an emergency. Everyone is so friendly and helpful. Nothing seems too much trouble and they will do their best to assist you in whatever your needs are.’

‘Anne Minihane has considerable experience in dealing with all aspects of PAA deputyships. She is a longstanding panel deputy and adept at dealing with the trickiest of family dynamics whilst finding good outcomes for vulnerable people.’

‘Anthony Fairweather is well versed in all COP matters. Anne Minihane is an eminently sensible and safe pair of hands.’

‘Anne Minihane is hugely experienced and a top-notch lawyer, as well as being charming to deal with.’

‘Anne Minihane and I have worked together on numerous statutory will applications. Anne is meticulous with great attention to detail but also practical and keen to get the right result. She has a kind and thoughtful approach to other professionals and clients.’

‘Anne Minihane is approachable, creative and always goes the extra mile for her clients.’

‘They have a high degree of professionalism and compassion in the most difficult of circumstances. The team also show a strong interest in thought leadership in the profession and a collaborative effort to enhance processes across the board.’

‘We are particularly impressed with the knowledge of Stacey Bryant and Asha Beswetherick, as well as Bethan Phillips.’

‘Annabelle Vaughan has great dexterity in dealing with complex family dynamics to help ensure that all relevant parties are working towards the same client-oriented goals. Hannah Loosemore already has significant case experience.’

‘Very knowledgeable, nothing is too much trouble. All legal documentation explained exceptionally well with no jargon. Made to feel I can ask any questions and willing to go at my pace. Extremely empathetic and professional. Also very friendly; a very impressive team.’

‘Alison McClure is conscientious and incredibly hard working; her attention to detail and the ability to focus on all areas of an assignment is impressive. She has her clients’ best interests at heart.’

‘In Stacey Bryant and Asha Beswetherick they have two outstanding people who combine in-depth knowledge with outstanding service. They build deep connections with the families they serve and work collaboratively to achieve their goals.’

‘Stacey Bryant has a particular eye for detail. She is a real people person, building strong bonds and empathetic relationships with her clients. Her boundless enthusiasm and positive energy translates to her whole team.’

‘Alison McClure is a very high-calibre individual with a great depth of wisdom and knowledge accumulated during her career. I know that I can always rely on her for a supportive ear.’ 

‘The whole team is amazing. Very rare to get the balance between very good lawyers and very nice people! Louise Wilson, Joanna Crichton, Rachel Kelly Rachael Watkinson are recommended.’

‘Kiran Bhogal and Emma Pollard stand out; Kiran for the depth of her experience and Emma for her meticulous preparation coupled with a friendly and sensible approach – a real pleasure to deal with.’

‘Hill Dickinson have a great Court of Protection healthcare practice. Emma Galland has a growing Court of Protection practice.’

‘Joanna Crichton provides an excellent Court of Protection service. Her approach is kind and supportive. Joanna provides advice in relation to tricky and challenging situations that arise in the NHS and is always happy to support discussion of options prior to action.’

‘I work closely with Joanna Crichton and liaise with her first and foremost. She is extremely helpful and appreciates the need to be responsive when we have something urgent to deal with. More recently we have had an ongoing issue which she has been incredibly supportive with.’

‘They are leaders in their field in COP work. They have a very strong team and one of their strengths is how well the team work together.’

‘Emma Pollard and Kiran Bhogal are absolutely excellent. They are both extremely knowledgeable about their areas of specialty, they are approachable, lovely to deal with, and always provide excellent and user-friendly advice.’

‘Paul Allerston is excellent, hard working and extremely client focused.’

‘Excellent knowledge and understanding, communication is first class and all the team are friendly and approachable. Gregory Poole makes considered best interest decisions in how to use their award in the most effective way to improve client’s quality of life. Greg is friendly and approachable.’ 

‘Feels like being part of a family offering support and advice. Very empathetic. Have known Tom Hall for over twenty years. Always has time and understanding for the smallest of issues. He is very pro active.’

‘Very experienced Court of Protection team, with particular expertise in managing property and affairs of individuals with substantial personal injury awards. Extremely conscientious and client-centred practice.’

‘Christine Bunting and Kelly Knight are clearly very experienced and knowledgeable within their area of expertise, and this feeds through the remainder of the team. Both Christine and Kelly take a very practical approach to matters, and always available to discuss issues.’ 

‘Gregory Poole’s dedication to developing enduring relationships with clients and their families is evident in his approach. His commitment to his clients’ independence and well-being makes him a standout professional in his field.’

‘Tom Hall is my go-to for Court of Protection financial expert evidence. He is very responsive and willing to turn work around quickly where needed. His statements dealing with future anticipated CoP costs are always well set out, easy to navigate, clear and tailored to the individual case.’

‘Tom Hall leads the Court of Protection team from the front. A very thoughtful, calm and measured individual, who clearly cares about the clients and ensuring that the right thing is done. Gregory Poole leads in Manchester. Greg has a great knack of dealing with complex arrangements in a manner that keeps them understandable for his clients.’ 

‘Gregory Poole is personable, professional and inspires great confidence that his clients are in safe hands. He leads the Manchester team by example and is focused on delivering the highest service levels for his clients.’

‘Jane Bennett and Jemma Cahan have both shown great compassion and empathy for their clients whilst working towards long-term positive outcomes.’

‘Lorna Halfpenny-Beeby is efficient, responsive, and proactive. It is clear she has a sound grasp of all of the intricate needs of her clients and she works collaboratively to achieve the best outcomes for those clients.’

‘A team that’s grown significantly in recent years with some strong additions such as Richard Sheering.’

‘Lorna Halfpenny-Beeby is an excellent example of someone who is fully invested in client care and outcomes. Always striving for the best results in sometimes incredibly difficult circumstances.’

‘Ian Macara’s approach when talking to vulnerable clients and their families is done so with compassion and empathy. He has a unique ability to put clients at ease and instils confidence and calm in what is often difficult situations.’ 

‘Firm enjoys excellent, well-deserved reputation for Deputyship and COP work. Standout firm in this sector with strength and depth in their team and a client-centred, efficient and responsive approach.’

‘Jane Bennett is not only an expert in her field but her relationships with clients and those affected by serious injury is exemplary. She is empathetic and understanding of the needs of those lacking capacity.’

‘Jane Bennett and Richard Shearing provide a very personalised service for their clients, and work hard to achieve the best outcomes for their clients.’

‘Simon Hardy handles the day-to-day transactions, everything runs smoothly, and the team is exceptional – highly recommended.’

‘Kingsley Napley have an ability to pick up the most challenging cases and turn them into success stories. They fight hard for clients in the most difficult situations, and get great results by their excellent judgement, technical knowledge and common sense.’

‘Kingsley Napley have a very strong Court of Protection offering from top to bottom. Strong leadership ensures that cases are well-managed and subject-matter expertise at all levels ensures effective delivery.’

‘Professional deputy and partner Anita Gill is a real expert in the mental capacity and the Court of Protection. She exudes confidence. Ryan Mowat has a well-deserved reputation for excellence. He’s clever, strategically astute, and always on top of his cases.’

‘Ryan Mowat is superb; his skills are really well suited to Court of Protection work because he is just so good at spotting the sensible way through.’

‘Kingsley Napley have a great depth of experience relevant to Court of Protection disputes.  Simon Hardy is very calm and knowledgeable.’

‘Jemma Garside is developing a great reputation not least for her ‘bedside manner’ and ability to explain legal issues in simple terms.’

‘Able to deliver even on complex issues that others may shy away from. Simon Hardy is the standout character. A partner with decades of experience that cannot be easily replicated.’

‘Rachel Turner is very impressive in her knowledge of mental health and mental capacity law. She is incredibly well-prepared and thorough. She has excellent communication skills, particularly with very vulnerable clients.’

‘Kaileigh Hazeldine is very thorough and effective and is always on top of developments in a case. Andrew Bowmer has an incisive knowledge of the law and a great eye for strategy. His expertise in public law is a very useful adjunct in his COP work.’

‘Floyd Porter is a tenacious and impressive advocate for vulnerable and excluded clients.’

‘Floyd Porter is great. He has a calm, no-nonsense approach that really gives our mutual client confidence. He is really adept at getting to what is important in the case.’

‘Rachel Turner is superb; high-quality work, attention to detail, and will stop at nothing for her clients. Andrew Bowmer is well regarded and manages complex acrimonious cases with skill and patience.’

‘Floyd Porter is a brilliant advocate in his own right. His knowledge and experience is outstanding. He is completely up to date with an almost encyclopaedic knowledge of authorities. He is smart, determined, and exacting.’

‘Floyd Porter is very detail orientated and as far as is proportionate seeks to explore the options aligning with P’s wishes and feelings.’

‘Andrew Bowmer is outstanding. He continues to provide a personal standard of service that is rare today, even with the pressures of a large legal aid caseload. His knowledge and analysis of the law and its application to specific cases is outstanding in my experience.’

‘I have always found the senior members of the COP team at Penningtons to be extremely calm and pragmatic.’

‘Daniel Toop – a clear communicator and pragmatic individual. He will always be striving to meet his client’s expectations and to make decisions in their best interests.’

‘Rachel Taylor is very personable and approachable and responds to matters within a timely manner. Rachel provides clear guidance on what is required and clear explanations as to the decisions they have reached and the reasoning for this.’

‘A very well-run and well-resourced practice with a good balance of next generation solicitors supported by industry stalwarts.’

‘Daniel Toop ably manages the overall team with the support of Julie Burton a highly experienced industry name. Rachel Taylor and Grace Serwanga are excellent senior team members also. One of the strongest teams in the sector.’

‘We have been particularly fortunate to be able to work with James Berry and Daniel Toop. Both of these individuals have always been on hand when we have needed them and they take great pride in their work. ’

‘The team members in particular Daniel Toop, whom I have worked with closely on a couple of cases, is particularly client centred, thinks about the client’s needs and makes considered decisions in the best interest of the client.’

‘Daniel Toop and James Berry deal with the deputyship of our client. They always respond quickly. Any kind of question occurs, they know and achieve the professional solution. We are absolutely satisfied with their work.’

‘Rita Bhargava and her team have always been most helpful, flexible and reliable. Rita, in particular, has seen me through some difficult times and has gone beyond professional duty to help and advise me. She is not afraid to do everything needed to help the client.’

‘Gareth Ledsham provided a friendly and professional service. He was experienced and highly knowledgeable in matters regarding to the Court of Protection. This meant he could reassure us and provide an accurate and realistic idea of the outcome.’ 

‘Vanessa Collins is a specialist in Court of Protection work. I have found Vanessa helpful and encouraging.’

‘Gareth Ledsham is super. I really like him. And he is excellent value for money. I often recommend him. A safe and intelligent pair of hands.’

‘Fantastic team with amazing individuals in their areas. Gareth Ledsham is always brilliant.’

‘Rita Bhargava’s real strength lies in her ability to connect with vulnerable clients on a deeply empathetic level. She is passionate about ensuring that her clients’ best interests are upheld and works tirelessly and diligently to make sure her clients needs and values are respected.’ 

‘Gareth Ledsham is exactly the person you would want on your side. He sees the whole picture and gives comprehensive and clear advice.’

‘The team has a wealth of knowledge and experience in COP matters, including those involving cross border elements. Gareth Ledsham really knows his stuff when it comes to contentious COP and has a genuine empathy with clients.’

‘Top of their game; a go-to firm for healthcare-related matters.’

‘A team with a national reach and an ability to support clients – particularly healthcare bodies – with the range of issues that crop up in CoP cases.’

‘Jill Weston is absolutely encyclopaedic! Hugely experienced and it shows – feels like there’s nothing about healthcare law which she doesn’t know. Which is an enormous strength when acting for public bodies under significant financial and legal pressure.’

‘Morris Hill is a delight. Fantastic public lawyer who can get up to speed incredibly quickly in even the most complex cases.’

‘The team is extremely knowledgeable and highly respected, and carry out work to a very high standard.’

‘Beverley Beale is a Panel Deputy on the list of court-approved professionals who can be appointed to act as someone’s deputy for the Property & Financial Affairs. Bev’s knowledge, experience and professionalism makes her a ‘go-to’ choice.’

‘Morris Hill is engaging, bright, and personable. He offers pragmatic advice without losing sight of his client’s best interests.’

‘Morris Hill is the lynchpin of the Court of Protection and Adult Social Care team. He oozes knowledge of community care law, set against a focus on the underlying public law context, and is an expert on defensible decision making.’

‘A northern practice with genuine national reach for clients.’

‘Jane Netting is excellent, insightful, highly knowledgeable, very able at explaining complex issues to lay people, calm and personable. She is pragmatic and determined, very skilled at dealing with difficult situations and offers excellent client service.’ 

‘I’ve always found them to be technically excellent and completely focused on the unique needs of each client. With particular reference to Lynne Bradey and Hannah Norton, they provide an extremely professional service that’s delivered with warmth and sensitivity.’

‘Lynne Bradey, Charlotte Dyson and Jane Netting have repeatedly provided a great service both as independent experts on likely Deputyship costs and as Deputies.’

‘Jane Netting is experienced and knowledgeable. I find her collaborative, constructive and focused in her approach. In complex and contested cases, she has brought a calm and measured approach, whilst keeping a clear eye on her client’s interests.’

‘Charlotte Dyson goes the extra mile to make sure clients fully understand the advice they are receiving. She ensures clients can build a personal connection with her. Associate Hannah Norton has provided excellent service and is very confident and knowledgeable.’

‘Charlotte Dyson is a stand out partner. She puts difficult clients at ease and is fantastic at problem solving when thorny issues arise. Hannah Norton is a fantastic associate and a star of the future.’ 

‘The quality of its clients is very high. The range of work it covers is impressive.  Charlotte Dyson is very commercial in her approach. Clients really like her. Hannah Norton is a reliably solid presence on files and helpfully collaborative in her approach.’

‘Ashtons Legal’s Court of Protection practice stands out for its compassionate and pragmatic support during challenging times. Their expertise is both comprehensive and considerate, offering services such as property and affairs deputyship, dispute resolution, and acting as a professional deputy.’ 

‘Adrian Mundell is a distinguished figure in the field of Court of Protection, renowned for his dedication and expertise. He manages a significant number of deputyships, showcasing his ability to handle complex cases with a client-centred approach.’ 

‘What’s abundantly obvious is that the whole Ashtons Team care; they are keen to make the very best decisions for their COP Clients even if this might give rise to potential issues with the COP Clients family.’

‘It’s clear that the experience of the likes of Adrian Mundell and Debbie Holmes add a calmness and assurance to the whole process.’

‘Ashtons have always been excellent to deal with, nothing is a problem. They are easy to get hold of, keep us up to date with everything. They are friendly and professional.’

‘Adrian Mundell is friendly and professional and helpful – he’s also great with our son asking him directly how he is and what he has been doing with himself.’

‘This is a first-rate Court of Protection team, skilfully led by Adrian Mundell. I have been referring work to this team for many years now and have never received a negative comment either from a client or from a solicitor working on the case.’

‘It is is the compassion that they bring to each case that is exceptional. In addition they have the emotional intelligence to understand where the time should be spent and seem able to defuse potential problems before they become actual problems.‘

‘Excellent team, strengths across levels of seniority from partners to trainees. A real standout firm.’

‘Hannah Taylor is an absolute star. There is nothing she doesn’t know about health care law, she is absolutely on top of her cases, gives clear and robust advice and has great credibly with the court. She and her whole team are tremendous.’

‘They are now one of the few Court of Protection healthcare teams who can claim substantive experience from the bottom to the top.’

‘Efficient, thoughtful, and big on details. Bevan Brittan are the best of the Healthcare bunch. It’s a pleasure being instructed by them. They have interesting cases and brief clearly and effectively.’

‘Hannah Taylor is a total star. Knows the law backwards, leaves no stone unturned in getting the right results for her clients. Julia Jones is superb.’

‘Amrita Hurst has a wealth of knowledge that informs her expert approach to strategy planning and client care. She is committed to her cases, and is a delight to work with. ’

‘Simon Lindsay, solid and safe with oodles of experience; just never gets flustered, even at the trickiest moments. Hannah Taylor, amazingly thorough and hard working down to the tiniest detail.’

‘Ruth Atkinson Wilks – excellent practice in COP and has been in leading cases on complex issues. Understands and uses the law well. Hannah Taylor – great attention to detail. Cares about the client and the issues.’

‘An outstanding team with significant experience of complex and novel Court of Protection welfare cases. They demonstrate impressive knowledge of the legal and technical aspects of the area, as well as practical matters and crossovers with related legal areas, such as mental health.’

‘Andrea Spyrou: an excellent lawyer who brings her extensive experience of mental health work to her Court of Protection welfare cases and continuously demonstrates a commitment to robustly advancing the client’s interests.’

‘Kate Luscombe: conducts Court of Protection welfare cases with stellar attention to detail and thoroughness, identifying issues of importance to clients and working hard to secure them positive outcomes in sensitive and challenging cases.’

‘Lucinda Broad: a knowledgeable Court of Protection welfare lawyer who is able to navigate challenging and unexpected issues which arise in cases pragmatically and resolutely.’

‘Francesca Gabbitas has impressive experience of novel and complex Court of Protection welfare cases, demonstrating strong knowledge of the area, as well as care and sensitivity when dealing with vulnerable clients.’

‘Angela Smith is a good communicator, is organised and provides a great service to her clients.’

‘Commitment to upholding the rights of vulnerable people who lack mental capacity, committed to ensuring the best outcome in often difficult circumstances.’

‘Rhiannon Jones has a great attention to detail and can see problems before they occur and work to head them off. She has a calm and collaborative style of working that ensures that sensible agreement is reached when possible.’

‘Sarah Jackson – always well prepared in court and fearlessly advocates for her clients.’

‘Eilish Ferry-Kennington – a real star in the making. I worked with her on an extremely difficult case, and she just could not have been better. She gets the law, she gets difficult relationships, she gets the realities and legal duties around care.’

‘In Emma Gaudern and Jemma Morland, EMG have two of the true specialists in their field. Always available, personal service and expert. For Court of Protection and Deputyship work, there is nobody better.’

‘Emma Gaudern, Jemma Morland and Ruth Wright are standout individuals. Outstanding in their breadth of knowledge, experience and compassion for their clients. I regularly recommend them as Deputy or Litigation Friend in maximum severity brain injury cases.’

‘Jemma Morland is fantastic as a Court of Protection practitioner and deputy, always showing real sensitivity to the patient and client deputies, whilst keeping to very high standards of ethics and expertise.’

‘Emma Gaudern is an absolute superstar, showing energy, commitment and good humour in some of the toughest client situations which can face a COP lawyer. Truly impressive.’

‘Ruth Wright is a fantastic solicitor, with bags of experience as a litigator and professional deputy. She has a really good instinct for the best solution in her complex cases.’

‘Eilish Ferry-Kennington has a great way of communicating with her clients, many of whom have mental impairments. In court she has a style of working that ensures that sensible agreement is reached when possible and which limits the issues the court has to determine.’

‘Kirstie Chambers is knowledgeable and finds time to listen to us when we need to. If she doesn’t agree to something we ask she will provide a reasonable answer. She knows how difficult it can be for us and provides a sympathetic ear.’

‘Anna Bond is a fantastic deputy and runs a really efficient and competent team who handle a huge number of very large Court of Protection funds.’

‘Anna Bond is an exceptionally outstanding lawyer who manages hugely complex cases with calm expertise.’

‘The impressive Court of Protection team at Fieldfisher, headed up by Anna Bond, are professional, accessible, understanding, experienced and supportive.  I recommend Anna and her team time and time again with supreme confidence they will provide an exceptional service.’

‘Anna Bond is so responsive, experienced, calm and practical. Robin Tubbs, Director is calm, practical, kind and responsive.’

‘Fieldfisher possess an excellent and dedicated Court of Protection Department with a wealth of experience. They are able to support extremely vulnerable clients at the most difficult period of their lives with understanding and clear advice and guidance.’

‘Anna Bond leads the Court of Protection Team. She has great knowledge and is very receptive to a client’s individual needs providing invaluable guidance when required.’

‘They are knowledgeable, engaged, a pleasure to work with, and always put their clients first. Anna Bond and Robin Tubbs are standout lawyers in this area.’

‘Christine Dyson goes over and above in pursuit of her client’s best interests, addressing the client’s needs and respecting his/her sensitivities. She seems to do her very best to keep the client’s costs down.’

‘A strong, well led team – both fearless and compassionate in equal measure. Provide a personal touch through detailed knowledge of the client.’

‘Christine Dyson – compassionate, straight talking, prepared to take a strong position in the client’s best interest. Always responsive, measured, personable. Hands down the best CoP solicitor that I work with.’

‘Very efficient, excellent and prompt communication. Collaborative working pattern to create clear plans with client and multi-disciplinary team members.’

‘Sarah Charnley has been excellent to work with over the past few months, always very approachable and client-focused. She has been very responsive to meet the needs of the client.’

‘Christine Dyson is a standout deputy with incredible experience in representing client’s with complex needs and demands both with professionalism but also, importantly, empathy.’

‘The whole Team at HJA are always accessible, friendly, accommodating, and professional! They listen to us as case managers and their clients.’

‘Christine Dyson and Sarah Charnley are excellent to work with. Always available to assist and also talk through any queries. Both are very organised and efficient.’

‘Court of Protection lawyer who can handle civil claims, public law challenges or even inquests if necessary. They have broad and helpful knowledge as well as the resources to properly handle cases. Sophie Wells is one of the stars of the future.’

‘Leigh Day has a strong and dedicated Court of Protection team. The firm also has strong expertise across related fields of community care, civil liberties and human rights which ensures that they can meet all of their clients’ needs. Sarah Westoby is exceptional.’

‘Anna Moore has shown great sensitivity and kindness in a tragic case. She is extremely astute, thoughtful and intelligent and can impart complex legal information simply and with sensitivity.’

‘A small upcoming team that has significant potential to grow and ably support the needs of Leigh Day clients. Amy Chater has the experience and skills to help develop this into a leading department and practice.’

‘The team there are quick to respond and provide appropriate and efficient action as needed. I do really like the focus on the client and their needs, within the context of their injuries / disability, but always the person. Amy Chater is fantastic.’

‘There is a depth of knowledge and experience available at Leigh Day which is reassuring. There is always someone to speak to when required, even if the initial person is not available.’

‘A focus on achieving the best possible outcomes for their clients. Committed to working collaboratively with MDT and bring a helpful perspective and insight to the case.’

‘Empathy and understanding clients’ perspectives and concerns. Being responsive and accessible.’

‘A solid Court of Protection team who specialise in healthcare work.’

‘Neil Ward is a helpful set of hands in a serious medical treatment emergency.’

‘I have worked with Mills & Reeve for a number of years, benefiting form their advice across a variety of health and care subjects. I have always found them to be technically competent, providing unparalleled advice and support.’

‘They always provide a highly responsive service, keeping me updated regularly on progress and helping me to navigate through the Court of Protection process.’

‘Mills & Reeve are friendly, approachable and down-to-earth . Their advice is pragmatic and sensible.’

‘Switalskis are an extremely impressive, premier firm. They attract instructions in the most complex and interesting Court of Protection cases including serious medical treatment and deprivation of liberty cases. They work and communicate effectively within their own team.’

‘Michael Kennedy is extremely knowledgeable both on the law and procedure relevant to the Court of Protection. He is friendly, approachable and readily available to speak if urgent matters arise in his cases. His advice is always accurate and he is tactically astute.’

‘Michael Kennedy has a lovely manner with both clients and counsel. He is pragmatic in his approach and fights hard for his clients. His is always well prepared and this shows in his advice to the official solicitor which is always clear, concise and well reasoned.’

‘Danielle Smithhurst is brilliant with the client showing empathy and respect, and acts with professionalism at all times. Danielle is knowledgeable, a really good communicator. She impresses me with her unwavering attitude towards upholding the rights of the individual.’

‘Alison Kaye stands out as a hugely committed partner with strong leadership skills and dynamism.’

‘Michael Kennedy’s expertise across Court of Protection and community care law is staggering, and his personable, relatively informal approach creates an environment where clients feel able to engage and express their views even in the most tricky cases. His advocacy is equally brilliant, calm, and reassuring.’

‘Robyn Mayoh is excellent with lay clients. She is able to deliver complex and evolving information in a clear and effective way, whilst putting clients at ease in the midst of a stressful situation.’

‘Alison Kaye, Nichola Burridge-Todd, and Danielle Smithurst discharge their duties as Accredited Legal Representative for P’s assiduously.’

‘Warners have just acquired Arshoo Singh who is a recognised expert in the Court of Protection field. This new hire solidifies the firm’s reputation in property and affairs cases.’

‘Arshoo Singh also brings an international element to the firm which is rare in this area of law.’

‘Arshoo Singh is a star individual in Court of Protection property and affairs. She commands the trust of clients (including professional clients such as trust corporations) and I have observed that judges rely on her sensible and realistic submissions.’

‘Martin Terrell is a well known deputy and a respected Court of Protection solicitor.’

‘Warners has a strong Court of Protection team and is involved both in running complex deputyships and in representing clients in Court of Protection litigation.’

‘Martin Terrell is a well-known name in the Court of Protection world, and he combines a friendly and understanding manner with an encyclopaedic knowledge of deputyship and related areas of practice. He has an excellent assistant in Heather Jane West.’

‘The team are quite innovative with their thinking. We work with many CoP practices and Warners are by far the most collaborative.’

‘Martin Terrell is supremely professional and a leader in his field. His team follow his lead and represent him admirably. They listen to opinions, seek advice, challenge thinking and generally welcome third parties to be part of their decision making process.’

‘Angela Sandhal is calm and collected even in the most difficult of cases. Clients can rely on her to give them realistic and strategic advice.’

‘I have known and worked with Philippa Barton and her clients for over 20 years. She is patient, empathetic, and knowledgeable about all things Court of Protection.’

‘A large firm with a great reputation which provides a great breadth of skills and experience.’

‘Angela Sandhal is a passionate advocate on behalf of her clients and often able to find innovative solutions to difficult problems.’

‘Philippa Barton is an excellent Deputy – empathetic, approachable, diligent and able to provide pragmatic solutions to meet client’s needs.’

‘Angela Sandhal is handling my case with utmost care and professionalism. Communication is very good, always kept informed as to how the case was progressing. The contents of the court orders documents were explained thoroughly and advice/help was provided with witness statements.’

‘The team always focus on the needs of P – at the heart of the case. They ensure that all evidence is properly considered to ensure that their client’s case is fully put and fully addressed. The Court of Protection team has a strong knowledge-base.’

‘Angela Sandhal takes a very much hands-on approach to her cases, working closely with counsel and ensuring that junior members of the team are appropriately supervised. She is always available to discuss matters which is invaluable when you are instructed by her. A real team player.’

‘Fletchers Solicitors’ Court of Protection practice is distinguished by its dedicated team, led by experts like Kate Edwards, renowned for her expertise in CoP and personal injury trust matters. The practice offers a unique blend of personal injury and medical negligence services.’

‘Kate Edwards – with a dedicated approach to expanding the firm’s Court of Protection offerings, she adeptly responds to the increasing demand for deputyship and trusteeship services, ensuring that clients receive the utmost care and professional guidance.’

‘The Team is a brilliant, innovative and a dynamic team. As a birth injury lawyer, I rely on the Court of Protection team to assist me with Trust/Deputy issues. They work collaboratively and are engaging.’

‘Kayleigh Smith is always willing to assist and act in the client’s best interests. I am very impressed with Kayleigh and her ability to empathise, deal with sensitive issues but also make decisive choices that are in a client’s best interest. Kate Edwards is also brilliant lawyer.’

‘Effective and timely communication. They consider costs to the client and best ways to ensure there is no unnecessary or excessive expenditure.’

‘The team are incredibly responsive with the client in the forefront. They are empathetic, informative and even if somebody is away on leave the other team members are up to speed with your case, able to help in the interim.’

‘The team are approachable, easy to contact. The team avoid jargon and approach any query the client has with empathy, explaining the ‘next steps’ in appropriate language always putting the client and family at ease.’ 

‘Fletchers offer a ‘family friendly’ approach to working with the client. The client knows exactly what each member of the team is responsible for and whom they should approach at any given time.’

‘Melanie Williams – very forward thinking and pragmatic. I have worked with Melanie for several years and have found that we are able to work together collaboratively to overcome issues and problems.’

‘I have always found Robyn Hemmings to be very engaging and she will always go the extra mile to ensure her clients’ best interests are always put to the fore. I have found Thanuja Oppilamany to be extremely helpful in facilitating and arranging meetings with the team at Freeths.’

‘The Team is very supportive. They are always very responsive to my questions and have been helpful in explaining things to me. The client that I have with Freeths can be slightly difficult to manage and the Team have supported me in managing them well.’

‘My main contact at Freeths has been Laura Christodoulou, she always has time for my questions and is very responsive in getting invoices paid on time.’ 

‘Melanie Williams is a standout professional in this field with a depth of knowledge and experience. Robyn Hemmings is highly skilled and an asset to each matter.’

‘Melanie Williams is personable and effective in her work as Deputy and always looks at the wider picture.’

‘Highly skilled and dedicated team with plenty of resources to meat their clients needs. Melanie Williams stands out as someone who can take time to fully understand her clients needs before delivering on them.’

‘The team members that I have met are all extremely personable. Not only are they clearly experienced legal professionals, they are able to speak in “plain English” and appear to really care about the work that they are doing. They seem to go above and beyond for their clients.’

‘Andrew Cusworth is a very experienced Court of Protection deputy. He is particularly adept at handling difficult and challenging cases, including those with HNW estates.’

‘Rebecca Brown is my go-to advisor on Court of Protection costs for clinical negligence cases. She is thorough, intelligent and easy to work with.’

‘The individuals I have dealt with at JMW are passionate hard working people who work in the industry due to their love for helping people. They put the client first and value their relationships. If they say they are going to do something you can trust them to get it done.’ 

‘Large team. National reputation. Great portfolio of work. Megan Christie-Copeland is very strong in the sector and cares a a lot about her clients and the service JMW provide.’

‘Andrew Cusworth has many years experience in his field and is highly respected, with a calm and highly approachable manner based on justified confidence in his abilities in the sector. Catherine Bridgewood is knowledgeable and thorough.’

‘Megan Christie-Copeland provides excellent client outcomes and has proven leadership skills through leading the JMW Court of Protection team. She has transformed the team into one of the leaders in this specialist area with a great team focussed on providing excellent service at all times.’

‘Katherine Smith is a conscientious presence within the Court of Protection team at JMW. She works tirelessly on behalf of her clients and peers in protecting some of the most vulnerable people in society and ensuring their ever-changing needs are met.‘

‘Kiran Vasudeva is wonderful. She is so knowledgeable, has a lovely way with clients and is willing to take on difficult cases and pursue matters relentlessly to an acceptable conclusion.’

‘Lucy Speed’s knowledge of her subject matter is exceptional, and the quality of information provided to me as a complementary professional makes it easier for me to understand her clients’ circumstances and design appropriate solutions.’

‘Neil Davies – as a case manager I like to work with a Court of Protection team that understands the clients needs and is keen to find solutions to enable us to meet them in a fair and balanced way. I feel Neil does this exceptionally well.’

‘Neil Davies is proactive, considerate and clear in his communication, he is easy to contact, always happy to consider new ideas and take part in resolving issues and complications along the way. Neil cares about the individuals involved, has his clients at the centre of his decisions.’ 

‘I would highlight Lucy Speed and Neil Davies as standout professionals in their sector. They have expert knowledge and demonstrate high levels of care for their clients.’

‘Lucy Speed and Neil Davies. Both exceptional Court of Protection practitioners. Highly recommended.’

‘Neil Davies was a godsend in helping me apply for a Court of Protection order. He was patient. He is a very down to earth man who treats you with respect and kindness irrespective of your social standing or background.’

‘All of our dealings were with Neil Davies, who always responded to any queries promptly and explained events clearly. He was always professional and friendly and went above and beyond to help us.’

‘Lanyon Bowdler are client focused and highly responsive. They work in a collaborative way with other professionals to gain the best outcome for their clients.’

‘It specialises in offering a holistic approach across Court of Protection and a wider private client offering, that is full integrated, especially to HNW individuals.’

‘Elizabeth Doherty is excellent – she is extremely dedicated to her clients, highly perceptive, and a very strategic thinker. She is fast coming to the forefront of practitioners in this area.’

‘Macfarlanes COP team is highly experienced in COP work, particularly in the property and affairs area.’

‘They have the resources and skills to take on complex matters of high value and, for this reason, are generally involved in leading cases in this field.’

‘Elizabeth Doherty is a standout individual in this area. She is experienced, skilled as a lawyer and calm under pressure.’

‘Macfarlanes have a very strong Court of Protection team, with excellent cross-over to their contentious trust and estates expertise. They provide the complete service in this area where complex cross-jurisdictional, tax and trust issues can inter-relate with the affairs of a protected party.’

‘Jonathan Arr is brilliant- he is very knowledgeable, strategic in his thinking and gives very practical advice.’

‘Elizabeth Doherty – up and coming; very personable and knowledgeable. Jonathan Arr – excellent technical lawyer.’

‘I want to make a specific mention of Sara Isenberg – she has been absolutely excellent in terms of her work and also communication. Sara is just technically excellent but also so empathetic and always had a clear strategy which is so important.’

‘Tracy Norris-Evans – I felt that she had a clear understanding of the issues raised by COP litigation and a practical and tactful approach.’

‘Sara Isenberg is a hugely impressive Court of Protection solicitor. She is flexible, practical, caring, committed and a strong and clear yet empathetic communicator.’

‘Tricia Grout is one to look out for as she has right team around her to flourish even further.’

‘Tracy Norris-Evans draws on her long experience. Louise Nettle and Tricia Grout are both responsive, level headed, fair, firm and innovative in terms of funding and understanding clients’ needs and acting accordingly.’

‘Well resourced firm with a good regional footprint. Tricia Grout stands out as someone who will always be well received with clients.’

‘Maria Meek – Always available and approachable. Client centred. Always gives 100%. Deals with things in a timely manner. Thinks outside of the box to problem solve. Is approachable with new proposals.’

‘Tracy Norris-Evans is one of the best around. Maria Meek is technically very astute and very good with clients. Sara Isenberg is first rate. Clients love her.’

‘An excellent team of Court of Protection welfare lawyers who demonstrate exceptional knowledge of the area, combined with experience of complicated and novel cases.’

‘Shaun Livingston – a very bright lawyer practising in Court of Protection welfare work who is clearly knowledgeable of both legal principles and practical matters. Demonstrates impressive attention to detail and thoroughness when conducting cases.’

‘Nilufer Ozdemir – has stellar experience and knowledge of Court of Protection welfare work and conducts cases with thoughtfulness and care, identifying pragmatic solutions for clients in tricky circumstances.’

‘Shaun Livingston has extensive knowledge of the overall welfare landscape and legal aid rules, focuses closely on detail as well, and ensures the participation of the protected party.’

‘Nilufer Ozdemir is so thorough and robust that it is clear that the issues will be thoroughly identified, which ultimately helps the public bodies and the court to reach a conclusion.’

‘Monica Kreel is a standout solicitor. She is a fantastic communicator, identifies legal and human rights points on behalf of her clients and pursues those points rigorously. Monica is incredibly personable and empathetic with her clients.’

‘Monica Kreel – an experienced and excellent practitioner in this field. Nilufer Ozdemir – intelligent and thoughtful practitioner in this field. Shaun Livingstone – again an intelligent and thoughtful practitioner.’

‘A strong Court of Protection team dealing with complex health and welfare cases. The Official Solicitor likes this team.’

‘I regularly Georgina Rowley and she is very knowledgeable in this area and her advice is always to be trusted.’

‘They are accessible and responsive, whether it’s during regular hours or beyond, their team is always on hand to provide support and assistance whenever we need it.’

‘I find that Ward Hadaway fosters a sense of camaraderie and collaboration akin to working alongside trusted colleagues. We have prioritised building strong rapport, ensuring open communication and this has resulted in the firm’s deep understanding of our client needs.’

‘Trust is paramount in such relationships, and they are dedicated to earning and maintaining trust. We can rely on them to provide sound advice and guidance, backed by their extensive experience and expertise in the field.’