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CMS

Professional Discipline

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Professional Discipline - UK-wide

Band 3

Band 3


What the Team is Known For

CMS has a standout team recognised for its representation of medical practitioners before the GMC. The firm also assists regulators such as the GOC, GPhC and RICS with the prosecution of cases. The team regularly advises on individual hearings as well as the development and review of regulatory proceedings.

Work Highlights

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  • CMS was instructed by the General Optical Council to conduct an investigation and prepare a case for a fitness-to-practise hearing against a registrant who was accused of various clinical deficiencies and dishonesty.

Strengths

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  • CMS offers extensive knowledge of regulatory matters and a practical approach to balancing risk.

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  • CMS provides insightful and pragmatic advice which provides genuine value. The team's extensive experience enables strategic direction and supports high-level decision-making.

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  • CMS has a wealth of experience representing medical regulators. The team runs cases from start to finish with thoroughness and efficiency.

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Notable Practitioners

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  • Band 1Rachel Cooper
    Band 1Rachel Cooper

    Rachel Cooper

    Rachel Cooper is exceptionally well regarded for her adept handling of both prosecution and defence work across a broad variety of industry sectors. She is particularly adept at assisting medical professionals facing GMC and police investigations. She also frequently assists the GOC and RICS with the preparation of cases for disciplinary proceedings.

    • Rachel is outstanding. She is intimidatingly hard-working and highly commercial.

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    • Rachel is incredibly hard-working and a force of nature. She breaks into new areas and thinks of innovative solutions.

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  • Star AssociatesKatie Clarke
    Star AssociatesKatie Clarke

    Katie Clarke

    Katie Clarke frequently assists with the prosecution of registrants on behalf of healthcare regulators such as the General Optical Council and the General Pharmaceutical Council. She is also skilled in defending MDU members in MPTS hearings.
    • Katie Clarke is bright, hard-working and always on top of the cases.

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    • Katie is super responsive and helpful. She's also really good at engaging with clients who do not have a legal background.

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    • Katie is very efficient and well organised.

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  • Associates to watchJennie Dawson
    Associates to watchJennie Dawson

    Jennie Dawson

    Jennie Dawson is a senior associate noted for her professional discipline experience particularly in the healthcare sphere. She presents cases for regulators, including the GOC and GPhC, and defends individuals in cases too.

    • Jennie Dawson is really client-friendly and good at getting people through a difficult time.

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