Boyes Turner specialises in managing the property and affairs of high-net-worth individuals. The majority of the firm’s clients have substantial claims for personal injury or clinical negligence compensation. As well as professional deputyships, the ‘very thorough’ team is regularly approached to assist in lay deputy applications. Ruth Meyer is frequently asked to be an expert witness by other specialist court of protection and clinical negligence solicitors. Alexander Wright principally works with clients who have suffered injuries at birth. Sue Bowler joined the practice in November 2024 from Shoosmiths LLP.
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Clinical negligence (Court of Protection)
Position

Ruth is the head of the highly regarded Court of Protection team at Boyes Turner and a professional deputy and trustee. Her outstanding service extends from giving expert witness evidence, to advising on and setting up Court of Protection deputyship or trusteeship, project managing and auditing essential capital expenditure, coordinating care and providing liaison, negotiation, advocacy and intermediary services with the courts, government agencies, financial advisors and other professional bodies.

In her capacity as Court of Protection deputy or trustee Ruth provides a professional yet ‘bespoke’ approach to the individual needs of each client. Ruth combines her highly professional and astute management of her clients’ best interests with an approachable, down-to-earth and compassionate manner with her clients, many of whom regard her as a trusted family advisor and friend.

Career

She has 32 years of experience as an English solicitor and is also a New York attorney.

Memberships
Society of Trust and Estate Practitioners (STEP) , Professional Deputies Forum (PDF), The Association of Lifetime Lawyers, Older Client Care in Practice (OCCP) Higher Award accredited.

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Testimonials

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  • 'Ruth Meyer was an incredible support - she was fair at all times and took all aspects of any situation into account to ensure that the client achieved the best outcomes for her safety. She was approachable and engaging.'
  • 'Lindsay Da Rè - I would commend for her organisation of material, clear exposition and excellent instructions.’

Work highlights

Acting as a professional trustee, advised Philip Eaglesham on the management of the substantial damages he recovered from the MOD in settlement of his claim for personal injury.