Healthcare: Public and Third Sector

Sintons has a noteworthy presence in the healthcare sector advising a wide range of clients, primarily dental and GP practices, community care providers and NHS trusts. The team handles an array of commercial and corporate matters including mergers, procurement, collaboration agreements, employment and real estate matters, as well as issues involving Primary Care Networks. The firm possesses a deep understanding of the intricacies of the NHS and the secondary care market, as well as regulatory expertise.

"Sintons have detailed knowledge of health-related issues and strong governance expertise. They are always able to provide the expertise we need."

"The firm has good knowledge of joint ventures and shared services agreements. They're very responsive, meeting deadlines where required."

"The team are personal, friendly and use simple language in their advice. They are always supportive in our business decisions."

"The healthcare team across Sintons are extremely knowledgeable and a recognised and trusted partner across the NHS and wider health ecosystem."

"Sintons have good industry knowledge and are responsive to queries."

Sintons acted for Newcastle upon Tyne Hospitals NHSFT on a joint Supreme Court appeal. The appeal arises from separate end-of-life proceedings brought by the Trusts in the Family Division in which reporting restrictions orders were made,protecting the identities of the treating clinicians.

Amanda McCabe is a respected healthcare lawyer who frequently acts on behalf of NHS trusts and GP practices. She has an exceptionally broad commercial practice and regularly assists with procurement, commercial collaborations, reorganisations and Primary Care Network contracting issues. "Amanda has great knowledge of the NHS and good commercial acumen." "Amanda has a sound knowledge of the NHS and life sciences sector. She is extremely pragmatic, often has all of the answers and is a critical asset to our team."

Senior associate Chloe Dinsdale is adept at assisting NHS and other healthcare sector clients with a range corporate and commercial matters. She is experienced in handling governance, procurement and contracting matters. "Chloe has a good grounding in commercial work." "She is always very knowledgeable and supportive, while bringing new options to the table." "Chloe is hard-working, knowledgeable and extremely diligent. She understands our organisation completely. She communicates across all levels, ensuring that everyone understands complex matters."