Garden Court North Chambers

Members of the Court of Protection team at Garden Court North Chambers frequently act in cases concerning inherent jurisdiction applications, health and welfare applications, and complex capacity issues. Ben McCormack is 'a dream to work with', 'not fazed by any issue and thinks fast on his feet'; he has a solid track record in acting for the Official Solicitor, public bodies and family members in serious medical treatment and welfare cases. Elizabeth Mottershaw is very experienced in advising on applications under s21A of the Mental Capacity Act 2005, and Kerry Smith's workload includes handling cases involving the interface between the Mental Capacity Act and the Mental Health Act 1983.