Hill Dickinson LLP

The ‘excellent’ and ’dedicated’ team at Hill Dickinson LLP is particularly well regarded for its advice on matters concerning the Mental Capacity Act 2005. It is recommended for its work on related legislation – this includes advising on the Mental Health Act 1983, the Human Rights Act 1998, and the Equality Act 2010. The team is trusted for its expertise in complex and challenging medical treatment cases. It frequently advises on cases involving the provision or withdrawal of treatment, delayed discharges, and on NHS Continuing Healthcare challenges. Kiran Bhogal, Sharon Thomas  and Paul Allerston are the practice heads. Bhogal has considerable expertise in public law, and has Higher Rights of Advocacy (Civil), while being skilled at handling sensitive issues, such as patient care, medical ethics, DoLs authorisations, as well as best interest assessments.