Ranking tables
Court of Protection: Health & Welfare | UK
UK-wide
Rankings overview for Departments
Band 2
- Rook Irwin Sweeney 4 Years Ranked
- Miles & Partners Solicitors
- MJC Law
Band 3
Switalskis Solicitors 10 Years Ranked- Edwards Duthie Shamash Solicitors
- Simpson Millar LLP
Star Individuals
Band 1
Band 2
- Anne-Marie Irwin Rook Irwin Sweeney13 Years Ranked
Maria Nicholas Guile Nicholas Solicitors7 Years Ranked
Mathieu Culverhouse Irwin Mitchell13 Years Ranked- Polly Sweeney Rook Irwin Sweeney13 Years Ranked
Zena Bolwig Keystone Law8 Years Ranked- Floyd PorterMiles & Partners Solicitors
- Lauren CrowMJC Law
- Rachel TurnerMiles & Partners Solicitors
Band 3
Alison Kaye Switalskis Solicitors9 Years Ranked
Amy Butler Atkins & Palmer7 Years Ranked
Angela Jackman KC Irwin Mitchell23 Years Ranked- Jess Flanagan Ashfords LLP11 Years Ranked
- Katie Webber Ashfords LLP7 Years Ranked
Oliver Studdert Irwin Mitchell15 Years Ranked- Andrew BowmerMiles & Partners Solicitors
- Conor MaguireMJC Law
- Kate JacksonMJC Law
- Laura ManneringEdwards Duthie Shamash Solicitors
- Melissa LawEdwards Duthie Shamash Solicitors
- Yvonne ChapmanMoore & Tibbits
Star Associates
Associates to watch
Bogdan Cretu Atkins & Palmer2 Years Ranked
Emma Varley Bindmans LLP3 Years Ranked
James Pantling-Skeet Boyes Turner4 Years Ranked- Natalie Matthews Ashfords LLP2 Years Ranked
Shaun Livingston TV Edwards LLP2 Years Ranked- Will Whitaker Bindmans LLP3 Years Ranked
- Caroline HurstSimpson Millar LLP
- Kris Jackson-HughesEdwards Duthie Shamash Solicitors
- Molly Fensome-LushReeds Solicitors
All Departments profiles
Band 1
1 Bindmans LLPCourt of Protection: Health & Welfare2025 | Band 1 | 11 Years RankedBindmans has a highly respected Court of Protection team proficient in handling the full range of health and welfare cases, with a strong emphasis on matters involving human rights issues. The firm is routinely sought out for representation in complex and sensitive matters, including serious medical treatment, mental health and mental capacity cases. It is also adept at handling cases with challenging cross-border aspects.
1 Irwin MitchellCourt of Protection: Health & Welfare2025 | Band 1 | 11 Years RankedIrwin Mitchell stands out for its exceptional breadth and depth of experience in Court of Protection matters. The firm remains a top choice for clients across the full range of issues, including health and welfare cases, property and affairs, and welfare deputyships. Regularly instructed on some of the most complex and high-profile cases in the area, Irwin Mitchell offers broad national coverage and a range of specialist services in order to support vulnerable clients on all aspects of care, financial and living arrangements.
Band 2
2 Rook Irwin SweeneyCourt of Protection: Health & Welfare2025 | Band 2 | 4 Years RankedRook Irwin Sweeney is a renowned human rights and public law firm, with expertise in the Court of Protection and a particular focus in assisting the families of disabled children. The team routinely acts on residence and care decisions, serious medical treatment matters and novel welfare applications.
Band 3
3 Switalskis SolicitorsCourt of Protection: Health & Welfare2025 | Band 3 | 10 Years RankedSwitalskis is well known for Court of Protection work, particularly health and welfare matters. The firm has significant expertise in Mental Health Act issues, including launching challenges in cases of deprivation of liberty. It is also adept at providing advice and training to non-profit organisations. Maintaining a significant presence in West Yorkshire and across the North, Switalskis is frequently instructed by the Official Solicitor as well as an array of advocacy services.
Band 4
4 Ashfords LLPCourt of Protection: Health & Welfare2025 | Band 4 | 2 Years RankedAshfords houses an expert Court of Protection team and is particularly well known for handling health and welfare matters. It routinely handles a range of cases concerning care, residence, marriage and deprivation of liberty. The team has notable experience representing individuals with diagnoses of dementia or autistic spectrum disorder.4 Atkins & PalmerCourt of Protection: Health & Welfare2025 | Band 4 | 2 Years RankedAtkins & Palmer is a well-regarded firm with specialist experience in health and welfare matters brought to the Court of Protection. The team is adept at handling cases relating to residence and care, with a particular focus on assisting family members in cases.4 CJCHCourt of Protection: Health & Welfare2025 | Band 4 | 2 Years RankedCJCH Solicitors is well known for Court of Protection work in Wales, particularly health and welfare matters. The firm is adept at handling medical treatment cases and also frequently acts for individuals lacking capacity on issues surrounding consent to sexual relations and social media use.