Gillian Alysia de Freitas and Angela Sandhal co-lead the department at Duncan Lewis Solicitors, which frequently represents vulnerable clients and family members in disputes pertaining to mental capacity and best interest welfare decisions. These cases mostly relate to residence, contact, care and medical treatment. The practice is now also regularly receiving instructions to advise trust corporations and other firms of solicitors on health and social care matters.
Testimonials
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‘Well established Court of Protection team that balances sensible practical advice with a thorough understanding of the jurisdiction'.
‘Angela Sandhal is able to be robust in her approach whilst being sensitive to client needs'.
‘The team is incredibly professional, friendly, reliable and always willing to offer fantastic advice on individual cases. I have found that Duncan Lewis have been incredibly responsive'.
‘The communication styles, compassion and understanding of an individual's needs, views and wishes have always been their priority'.
‘Duncan Lewis have a strong team of Court of Protection lawyers who understand the subject well, including the interaction with public law, which is a distinct advantage in cases that also require judicial review'.
'Their cases are always well prepared, and it is evident that care is taken to obtain the views of the protected party, even by visiting their home if necessary'.
‘The team is small and therefore knows each other's strengths and expertise. When I am instructed by this firm I know that there is not just one solicitor dealing with a matter, the whole team assists'.
‘Angela Sandhal is a safe pair of hands for Court of Protection matters involving particularly vulnerable individuals'.
Work highlights
- Represented RC in his s21A and s16 challenge against his placement in a care home.
- Represented MM in his s21A challenge against his placement in a care home.
- Represented GB in his s21A challenge against his placement in a care home. Ultimately, her client’s DOLS was rescinded by the court and GB was able to decide where he should live.
Lawyers
Practice head
The lawyer(s) leading their teams.
Gillian Alysia de Freitas, Angela Sandhal