Bindmans LLP is noted for its ‘deep knowledge’ in matters at the intersection of mental health, mental capacity, social care and police law, with expertise spanning Court of Protection cases, inquests, public law and community care. The specialist team frequently supports bereaved families at inquests and those facing withdrawal of treatment cases. Practice head Laura Hobey-Hamsher is recognised for her experience in both contentious and non-contentious matters concerning vulnerable individuals, while Basmah Sahib is praised for her ’exceptional’ advocacy before the Mental Health Tribunal. Georgina Byrne regularly acts in Court of Protection proceedings, particularly cases concerning the Mental Health Act and the Mental Capacity Act.
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Praxisleitung
Laura Hobey-Hamsher
Weitere Kernanwält*innen
Georgina Byrne; Yufei Cui; Basmah Sahib; Will Whittaker; Emma Varley