Switalskis Solicitors

Court of Protection, Health and Welfare

Director & Barrister

Michael has practiced in the field of mental health, capacity and community care law for over 25 years (with relevant experience in the preceding 5 years). He has represented clients with mental health problems in the following jurisdictions:

First tier tribunal mental health Court of Protection High Court (inherent jurisdiction) Parole Board Crown Court

Michael’s focus includes:

Issues concerning a client’s mental health The capacity to make decisions and related issues Solutions in relation to safeguarding concerns

Michael is a member of the Court of Protection Bar Association

LLB Law University of Manchester

MSc (Econ) London School of Economics

Called to the Bar November 1991

Michael is married and has three daughters

 

Michael is a keen cyclist and runner and sometime triathlete. He supports Bradford City FC