Private client • London
Court of protection
Leading partner1Michael Kennedy- 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 CourtMichael’s focus includes:
Issues concerning a client’s mental health The capacity to make decisions and related issues Solutions in relation to safeguarding concernsMichael 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