Court of Protection: Health & Welfare

Joseph O'Brien KC is a well-recognised silk and acts for a broad range of clients including local authorities, clinical commissioning groups and the Official Solicitor. He has a broad practice that encompasses medical, welfare, and property and affairs matters, and is a noted expert in deprivation of liberty cases.

Jonathan Bellamy is noted for his expert handling of health and welfare cases concerning contact with others, residence and deprivation of liberty. He regularly acts for the Official Solicitor, as well as local authorities and family members.

Lorraine Cavanagh KC has expertise in cases concerning medical treatment issues and sexual relations of incapacitated people, particularly involving concurrent matrimonial litigation. She is also experienced in matters relating to the transition from child to adult services.

Lucinda France-Hayhurst is a talented junior barrister who regularly acts for the Official Solicitor in complex cases concerning forced marriage and capacity to consent to sexual relations. She also has experience representing local authorities in judicial reviews and cases concerning ordinary residence.

Eleanor Keehan is a highly sought after Court of Protection practitioner with extensive knowledge of the Mental Health Act. She is very well versed in numerous aspects including deprivation of liberty and care proceedings. She is very adept at acting for local authorities as well as family members and individuals.