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GN Law

Court of Protection: Health & Welfare

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GN Law

Rankings

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Court of Protection: Health & Welfare - UK-wide

Band 4

Band 4


What the Team is Known For

GN Law advises on a wide range of health and welfare proceedings brought to the Court of Protection, including decisions and disputes regarding consent to marriage, sexual relations, care and medical treatment. The firm frequently receives instructions from the Official Solicitor, as well as other advocacy services and family members of individuals lacking capacity.

Strengths

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  • GN Law have consistently demonstrated a fastidious attention to detail and commitment to client care that is difficult to match.

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  • They have a reliably very good team whether undertaking complex cases for the Official Solicitor or for family members in challenging circumstances needing a high level of client care.

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  • GN Law has particular expertise in handling sensitive and complex cases. Their experienced and knowledgeable solicitors clearly care greatly about their clients and the service they provide.

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Notable Practitioners

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  • Band 1Maria Nicholas
    Band 1Maria Nicholas

    Maria Nicholas

    Maria Nicholas has significant experience across a range of health and welfare proceedings, such as deprivation of liberty and safeguarding cases. She also acts on matters concerning serious medical treatment and often receives instructions from the Official Solicitor.

    • Maria Nicholas is a highly experienced and talented Court of Protection practitioner.

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    • An excellent, personable, and dedicated lawyer who cares for her clients. Maria provides comprehensive and insightful instructions, and is very good at advancing her client's case.

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    • Maria is excellent with clients; she is really patient and a good communicator.

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