Frequently opposite the legal giants of the healthcare sector, human rights expert
Saimo Chahal of Bindmans LLP operates on the ever-evolving frontiers of the law. Declaring her "
brilliant - faultless," grateful clients agree: "
She does what she says she is going to do, which is a luxury in this day and age."
Nicola Mackintosh of Mackintosh Law specialises in mental capacity and community care law, and is regarded as an energetic champion of the vulnerable. The "
passionate and excellent"
Lucy Scott-Moncrieff of Scott-Moncrieff & Associates has worked in mental health and human rights law for decades and now heads a firm dedicated to defending individuals who find themselves in trouble with institutions or the government.
Richard Charlton of Creighton & Partners has a practice that covers mental health law and community care law, including capacity cases, especially where mental health is an issue.
Peter Edwards of mental health and capacity specialists Peter Edwards Law is also something of a celebrity in this field.
Michael Kennedy of Wakefield-based Switalskis Solicitors LLP has a respected track record and heads one of the most prominent mental health teams in the North of England.
Sophy Miles of Miles & Partners Solicitors represents mental health services users and their families and carers. Sources praise
Cheryl Rowbotham of Hempsons for her
"expertise and good commercial awareness." She comes from a human rights background with emphasis on representing patients in mental health review tribunals.