The Bar - Regional Bar • Northern Circuit
Chambers of Frances Heaton KC and Richard Norton
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Led by the 'renowned' Joseph O'Brien KC, St John's Buildings' Court of Protection team has established expertise in handling cases concerning deprivation of liberty and medical treatment matters. Lorraine Cavanagh KC is highly regarded for her excellent track record in handling complex health and welfare cases. Among the juniors, Eleanor Keehan is 'a very eloquent advocate', and regularly acts for the Official Solicitor, family members and local authorities, while Lucinda France-Hayhurst is well known for advising on personal welfare, deprivation of liberty and capacity to consent matters. Laura Twist 'has excellent knowledge of the law relating to mental capacity and is always exceptionally well prepared'.
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- 'A go-to set in the North.'
- 'St John's Buildings is simply fantastic. The barristers are all high calibre.'
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