Ward Hadaway LLP

Ward Hadaway LLP’s dedicated health team supports NHS and independent healthcare organisations across the UK, offering expertise in corporate, commercial, employment, PFI, and regulatory matters. The team advises on everything from PFI contract expiry and anti-fraud initiatives to NHS foundation trust trading companies. Melanie Pears leads on PFI matters, while Lisa Evans handles complex clinical negligence claims and inquests. Caroline Shafar advises NHS clients on employment matters, and Saji Bratch leads on public sector property work. Damien Charlton heads the independent healthcare team, acting for a range of private providers, while James Donnelly specialises in inquests and criminal investigations involving healthcare organisations.