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About

Provided by Bates Wells

Our Public and Regulatory team brings decades of experience working with statutory and voluntary professional regulators, giving us a clear understanding of the public‑interest drivers behind regulation - from protecting the public to maintaining confidence in the profession - while ensuring our clients achieve proportionate, “right‑touch” outcomes.

For more information, visit https://bateswells.co.uk/services/public-and-regulatory/professional-discipline/

Chambers Review

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Professional Discipline - UK-wide

4
Band 4

What the Team is Known For

Bates Wells is recognised for its expertise in regulation across a range of sectors, particularly accountancy, veterinary and healthcare. The firm regularly assists with investigations into allegations such as sexual misconduct and dishonesty. Bates Wells also provides advice and representation to regulators on corporate governance and regulatory matters.

Notable practitioners

Matthew Smith is a key contact.

Work Highlights

  • Bates Wells is representing a not-for-profit campaigning group, Doctors' Association UK, in relation to the decision to bring junior physician associates into the GMC's regulatory remit.

Strengths

Provided by Chambers

A fantastic firm with fantastic lawyers.

Professional Discipline respondent
UK