JMW Solicitors LLP has a large and specialist team which handles all types of deputyship cases. It regularly works on a large volume of local authority cases, panel matters, and cross-border issues. In addition, it receives a steady flow of  expert witness work for both claimants and defendants. The group is often called upon by the Court, OPG, and other clients (including over 65 local authorities) to advise on a broad array of matters. Megan Christie-Copeland and Kiran Vasudeva jointly head the practice.

Legal 500 Editorial commentary

Testimonials

Collated independently by Legal 500 research team.

  • '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.’

Practice head

The lawyer(s) leading their teams.

Megan Christie-Copeland, Kiran Vasudeva

Other key lawyers

Andrew Cusworth, Rebecca Brown, Catherine Bridgewood, Katherine Smith