Sarah Porter
Cardiff CF24 5PJ
Mental health law Solicitor Cardiff
18 years of experience
Accepts legal aid in Mental health law
Sarah Porter is a highly skilled solicitor based in Cardiff, with 17 years of experience in litigation, dispute resolution, mediation, consumer rights, and commercial and business law. She specializes in civil litigation, landlord and tenant disputes, corporate law,...
What does mental health law involve?
- Involuntary detention and compulsion: Addressing the legal framework under the Mental Health Act, including safeguards and criteria for detaining individuals who may pose a risk to themselves or others.
- Consent to treatment: Ensuring that patients understand their rights regarding medical treatment, including issues of informed consent and decision-making capacity.
- Patient rights and safeguards: Protecting the rights of mental health patients, including access to advocacy, independent reviews, and avenues for challenging detention or treatment orders.
- Access to appropriate care: Ensuring that mental health services meet statutory standards and that any limitations or discriminatory practices are challenged.
- Legal challenges and appeals: Managing disputes related to detention, treatment decisions, and the application of the Mental Health Act through judicial review or appeals processes.
How can a solicitor help with mental health law matters, and what does it cost?
- Provide expert legal advice: Explaining your rights under the Mental Health Act and other relevant legislation, and advising on the best strategy to challenge or comply with treatment decisions.
- Represent you in court: Advocating on your behalf in judicial reviews, appeals, or negotiations with healthcare providers when disputes arise over detention or treatment.
- Gather and review evidence: Collecting medical records, expert opinions, and other documentation to build a robust case for challenging or defending against mental health decisions.
- Negotiate settlements: Working with healthcare institutions and regulators to resolve disputes through negotiation or mediation, potentially avoiding lengthy litigation.
- Advise on fee arrangements: Offering transparent fee structures, including hourly rates, fixed fees, or no win, no fee options depending on your case’s complexity.
Costs vary based on the complexity of your matter and the solicitor’s expertise. Hourly rates typically range from £150 to £400, while many firms offer fixed-fee packages for standard applications or consultations. An initial consultation—often free or available at a reduced rate—will help you understand your legal position, explore your options, and estimate the likely costs involved.
5 Solicitors (domaine de droit rattaché pour Mental health law)
James Davis
London W6 7PJ
Mental health law Solicitor London
Does not accept legal aid
James is a solicitor who specialises in criminal, licensing, and professional disciplinary matters. He represents clients in investigations, trials, and appellate and judicial review proceedings. He has received praise from clients and their families, fellow lawyers, and Magistrates....
Jasmina Andrews
Harrow HA1 4EF
Mental health law Solicitor Harrow
36 years of experience
Does not accept legal aid
Jasmina Andrews is the Sole Principal of J. Andrews Solicitor and founded the firm in January 1992. Since then she has dealt with a number of asylum and human rights cases as well as business and general immigration...
Mike WRAGG
Amersham HP6 5BW
Mental health law Solicitor Amersham
18 years of experience
Does not accept legal aid
Mike Wragg is the Head of Residential Property at Lennons Solicitors, a well-established law firm in Buckinghamshire with offices in Chesham, Amersham, and Beaconsfield. With 17 years of experience, Mike specialises in all aspects of residential property law,...
Calum WHELAN
Liverpool L5 6PX
Mental health law Solicitor Liverpool
9 years of experience
Does not accept legal aid
Calum Whelan is an experienced solicitor based in Liverpool, specializing in family law, divorce, and wills, trusts, and estates. With eight years of legal experience, he is a key member of Paul Crowley & Co, where he has...
Merlin BATCHELOR
Norwich NR1 2NG
Mental health law Solicitor Norwich
13 years of experience
Does not accept legal aid
Merlin Batchelor is a highly experienced solicitor advocate, notary public, and managing director at Notary Near Me, based in Norwich. Specializing in conveyancing and probate, Merlin has a broad range of experience handling legal matters, from straightforward house...
