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Browne Jacobson LLP

Mental Health: Providers

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Browne Jacobson LLP

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Mental Health: Providers - UK-wide

Band 2

Band 2


What the Team is Known For

Browne Jacobson possesses a respected team of specialist lawyers acting for NHS bodies, local authorities, commissioners and private sector providers of mental health services. The firm delivers a wide array of policy advice and has participated in many noteworthy cases involving the Mental Health Act and the Mental Capacity Act. The team also offers out-of-hours advice services to care providers on detention issues.

Strengths

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  • They have an excellent understanding of the customer needs and provide prompt responses which are focused and tailored to our requirements.

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  • They have many experienced practitioners.

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  • It has a good team and specific expertise in mental health matters.

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  • They are very knowledgeable and provide concise advice.

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Notable Practitioners

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  • Band 1Rebecca Fitzpatrick
    Band 1Rebecca Fitzpatrick

    Rebecca Fitzpatrick

    Rebecca Fitzpatrick is a pre-eminent mental health lawyer with significant experience representing both public and private sector clients in inquests and Court of Protection applications. She advises on a range of sensitive matters involving vulnerable individuals, including conditional discharge, deprivation of liberty and community care issues.
    • She sits as a tribunal judge so she has a good and well-rounded picture of the field.

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    • Rebecca is an amazing practitioner and an asset to her firm.

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  • Up and ComingVictoria Colclough
    Up and ComingVictoria Colclough

    Victoria Colclough

    Victoria Colclough is a partner at Browne Jacobson. She regularly acts for NHS trusts on matters surrounding deprivation of liberty and individuals detained under the Mental Health Act.

    • I can always rely on Victoria. She's knowledgeable, helpful and always responsive.

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