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Hugh James has a fully multidisciplinary Court of Protection department, led by Tom Hall, comprised of not just specialist lawyers, but a qualified social worker and accountant. The team has a significant presence in Cardiff, Manchester and London.

The department specialises in all matters concerning property and financial affairs for individuals lacking capacity, to include acting as professional property and financial affairs deputy, preparing complex applications to the Court of Protection to include applications relating to statutory wills. Hugh James also has expertise in dealing with contested applications in the Court of Protection, as well as providing assistance to local authorities in applications to the Court relating to the deprivation of liberty safeguards.

As result of a recent acquisition, Hugh James is now the third biggest Court of Protection department in the country in with 36 members of staff, managing approximately 300 deputyships and 100 personal injury trusts with assets worth in the region of £445m.

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What the Team is Known For

Hugh James specialises in Court of Protection matters concerning clients awarded substantial damages as the result of personal injury or clinical negligence. The firm is regularly appointed to oversee the management of financial affairs, care packages and property purchases on behalf of clients lacking capacity or with complex care needs. The team expertly handles claims made in the event of brain and spinal injury.

Strengths

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They’re very pragmatic and logical with their approach and I know there’s always someone there I can contact when needed.

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Hugh James provides excellent, client-focused services.

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A team of excellent solicitors with outstanding understanding and experience in the field. They all work together to ensure smooth, prompt and professional resolutions.

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The Hugh James team is absolutely amazing. They are prompt at responding, compassionate and professional.

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They have a very human approach with their clients and a huge depth of experience in the team to review and advise on complex matters.

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Notable Practitioners

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Andrew Harding
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Senior Statespeople
Andrew Harding acts as deputy for individuals with acquired brain injury following personal injury and clinical negligence. He routinely assists with financial affairs and property management issues, including complex wills and gift applications.

Andrew is professional, compassionate and always kept us informed.

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Christine Bunting
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Band 2
Christine Bunting frequently acts as a financial deputy on behalf of vulnerable individuals as well as advising lay deputies and trustees on a range of matters including financial abuse and safeguarding issues. She is often called upon as an expert witness in complex matters.

Christine Bunting is very experienced and knowledgeable within her area of expertise. She takes a very practical approach to matters, and is always available to discuss issues.

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Greg Poole
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Band 4

Greg Poole heads the firm's Court of Protection team in Manchester. He regularly acts as a deputy on behalf of clients with acquired brain injuries, assisting on matters such as the management of trusts and statutory will applications.

Greg is an excellent deputy.

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Kelly Knight
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Up and Coming
Kelly Knight provides support on property and financial matters for clients lacking capacity following personal injury and clinical negligence. She also assists with ongoing statutory funding issues.

Kelly is a fantastic professional who is compassionate and caring.

Kelly has taken the time to get to know us and her level-headed pragmatic approach has really helped us through difficult times.

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Tom Hall
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Up and Coming

Tom Hall heads the national Court of Protection team at Hugh James. He has deep experience managing the property and financial affairs of individuals lacking capacity, including those with severe brain injuries.

Tom is forward thinking in his approach and has excellent relationships with his clients.

Tom is very knowledgeable and personable.

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Andrew Harding
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Senior Statespeople
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Christine Bunting
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Band 2
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Greg Poole
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Band 4
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Kelly Knight
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Up and Coming
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Tom Hall
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