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Cornerstone Barristers

Court of Protection: Health & Welfare

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Cornerstone Barristers

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Court of Protection: Health & Welfare - All Circuits

Band 3

What the Team is Known For

Cornerstone Barristers houses strong capabilities in health and welfare matters, drawing on the set's recognised expertise in community care and social housing law. Its barristers are experienced in the handling of complex deprivation of liberty and forced marriage cases, as well as capacity disputes and matters relating to best interests. Members regularly act on behalf of the Official Solicitor and the Public Guardian, as well as several local authorities, social care providers and vulnerable individuals and their families, among other parties. A source comments: "Cornerstone Barristers possess extensive expertise and familiarity with COP work. They are the trusted go-to team for these matters."

Daryl Hughes is the senior clerk.

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Strengths

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  • Counsel have an incredible depth of field and are supported by a world-class clerking team.

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  • The clerks are excellent at coming back within the hour.

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  • The clerking team is friendly, helpful and efficient.

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  • The clerks are all on top of their game and it is comforting to know they do not make mistakes.

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Notable Practitioners

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  • Lee Parkhill
    Lee Parkhill

    Lee Parkhill

    Lee Parkhill is a dynamic public law barrister offering considerable expertise in Court of Protection, social care, healthcare and local government matters. He is adept at handling cases concerning residence and forced marriage. He is regularly instructed by NHS bodies, local authorities, the Official Solicitor and individuals.

    • Lee is smart and charming. He is a client favourite and often in demand.

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    • It is always a great relief to know that Lee is available to help in a case where I am looking for counsel.

      Court of Protection: Health & Welfare respondentUK Bar
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  • Peggy Etiebet
    Peggy Etiebet

    Peggy Etiebet

    Peggy Etiebet is noted for her expert representation of local authorities in complex health and welfare cases. Her broad practice encompasses cases involving deprivation of liberty, forced marriage and best-interest decisions in relation to care, contact and residence.

    • Peggy assisted with intelligence, guile and compassion. She really made a difference in improving the life of a vulnerable individual.

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