At Dovestone Law, ‘what consistently stands out is their approachable and collaborative style’. Under the joint leadership of Francesca Gabbitas and Kate Luscombe, the specialist court of protection team frequently acts for clients where there is a crossover between mental capacity and complex mental health issues. The team represents vulnerable adults and family members in health and welfare proceedings. Additionally, it is regularly instructed by the Official Solicitor and Independent Mental Capacity Advocates in Section 21A applications. Lucinda Broad has a particular focus on health and welfare matters.
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Testimonials
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‘The team at Dovestone is fantastic. Dedicated to the work they do and all very knowledgeable and experienced. The range and breadth of experience means that collectively the team is able to take on a range of cases from straightforward to very complex.'
‘Andrea Spyrou is incredibly knowledgeable, hardworking and fiercely dedicated to her clients. Andrea is responsive, very collaborative in her approach and has a real eye for the detail of a case.'
- 'Kate Luscombe has a huge amount of experience which shows in the quality of work she produces. Responsive, dedicated, hardworking and always enjoyable to work with.'
- 'Lucinda Broad is passionate about her work and dedicated to advocating on her client's behalf. Hard-working and knowledgeable.'
- 'Angela Smith is extremely knowledgeable and experienced, and is always calm and unflappable no matter what is happening in a case. Hard-working and responsive.'
‘Frances Rattray is a dedicated solicitor with in-depth knowledge of the case, combined with clarity and humanity when interacting with and on behalf of vulnerable clients.'
Key clients
Work highlights
Lucinda Broad represented ‘P’ in proceedings to determine his discharge destination and best interests in contested proceedings.
Lawyers
Leading associates
Leading associates with regular involvement in their team's key work, and recognition from peers or clients as being ones to watch.
Practice head
Francesca Gabbitas; Kate Luscombe
Other key lawyers
Frances Rattray; Lucinda Broad; Angela Smith; Rhiannon Jones; Andrea Spyrou