Chambers Review
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Court of Protection: Health & Welfare - UK-wide
What the Team is Known For
Simpson Millar's health and welfare practice has strong expertise in handling matters involving disputes with local authorities and health trusts. The firm is routinely instructed to act in deprivation of liberty and medical treatment cases on behalf of individuals who lack capacity. The team also handles cases concerning complex arrangements relating to care, accommodation and family contact. It is adept at representing young people in disputes over applicability of provisions of the Mental Capacity Act.
Strengths
Simpson Millar provides a human touch and great expertise.
Notable practitioners
Caroline Hurst frequently acts for individuals lacking capacity on issues surrounding ability to consent to sexual relations and marriage as well as restrictions on internet and social media use.
Caroline has good experience of complex cases.
Caroline is someone with whom I know we can work together for the best outcome.
Caroline is extremely knowledgeable, very supportive and determined to see the best outcome for her client.