Community Care

Bethan Harris is well placed to handle a range of community care matters. She is particularly strong in cases that concern the housing needs of people with disabilities. Along with others at her set, she produces the Community Care Law Reports and delivers training and conferences related to the area.

Amanda Weston KC has a broad community care practice where she represents both vulnerable children and adults. She frequently handles cases related to asylum support and welfare benefits.

Connor Johnston is recognised for his expertise in the intersection of housing and community care, particularly when acting on behalf of asylum seekers. He is also regularly sought out by charity organisations in strategic challenges to government policy. He returns to practice in early 2025 having been on sabbatical with the Law Commission.

Gráinne Mellon focuses her community care practice on matters concerning care and accommodation for children and young people. She is also well experienced handling cases related to age assessments and asylum support.

Timothy Baldwin has a busy practice in challenges to the provision of care for those with a variety of needs. He frequently represents claimants in cases concerning asylum support accommodation, mental health or SEN support, and other matters.

Ollie Persey is a well-regarded up-and-coming barrister with a wide-ranging community care practice. His has grown his expertise through high stakes and sensitive cases involving asylum support issues, health matters, safeguarding and welfare benefits, among many more matters.