Capsticks LLP’ healthcare team provides ‘excellent’ support to NHS and private healthcare clients on complex projects – including hospital, facility and infrastructure developments – as well as procurements, inquests and Court of Protection matters. Praised for its sector knowledge and expertise, the team also handles employment and regulatory matters. Noted for his vast experience in NHS employment matters, Andrew Rowland, leads the practice alongside Leeds-based Mary Mundy. Peter Edwards regularly acts for NHS bodies and healthcare regulators on decision-making, governance, and challenges, while Stephen Tainsh handles PPPs in the sector and medtech transactions and regulatory issues. Real estate specialist Vicki Moore and Jeremy Loran, who brings experience in complex investigations and inquest proceedings, were made partners in 2024. Neil Bhan and Peter Marquand are no longer at the firm.
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‘They work very hard and effectively, and dealt with a very complex tribunal claim I was instructed on with great skill. I particularly recommend Victoria Bashir, who had an invaluable grasp of the detail in the case and produced some extensive and excellent witness statements.’
‘Capsticks have supported our organisation for a number of years. They know our sector (NHS) very well and have always been able to provide excellent support and guidance.’
'The firm has a breadth and depth of knowledge and expertise. They are leading subject matter experts, with the ability to provide legal guidance according to the local, complex situation, also adapting where needed. They respond to feedback and work with the client to resolve any issues.'
‘I work most closely with Henry Matveieff and Lee Clarke. Both have an excellent understanding of our needs and organisation, which is vital for us. They are always available and provide a fast and detailed response.’
‘Andrew Rowland stands out - he is always on hand to discuss any issues. Victoria Watson, Sian Bond and Alessandra Gettins are also highly efficient, friendly and professional.’
‘The team has a wide range of expertise in property matters within the public sector, with easy access to other colleagues within the practice if and when required for contracts/litigation, etc. The team is well-led and approachable with pragmatic and comprehensive advice.’
Key clients
- NHS North West London ICB
- Barking Havering and Redbridge University Hospital NHS Trust
- Frimley Health NHS Foundation Trust
- London North West University Healthcare NHS Trust
- Royal Free London NHS Foundation Trust
- Imperial College Healthcare NHS Trust
- South West London ICB
- Croydon Health Services NHS Trust
- St George’s University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust
- Kingston and Richmond NHS Foundation Trust
- Moorfields Eye Hospital NHS Trust
- Chelsea and Westminster NHS Foundation Trust
Work highlights
Advising Oxford Health NHS Foundation Trust in relation to a tripartite joint venture with Oxford University and its partner.
Instructed by Kettering General Hospital NHS Foundation Trust on the redevelopment of Kettering General Hospital, which forms part of the Government’s New Hospital Plan (NHP).
Advised NHS England on over 65 schemes that involve the development of new health centres around the country, including advice on its powers, development and construction agreement, legal charges and deeds of priorities with third party funders, acquisitions, due diligence and leases.
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Practice head
Andrew Rowland; Mary Mundy
Other key lawyers
Victoria Watson; Henry Matveieff; Lee Clarke; Victoria Bashir; Sian Bond; Alessandra Gettins; Raj Basi; Jonathan Lewis