Hill Dickinson LLP stands out for its extensive experience advising NHS Trusts, ICBs and Mental Health Trusts on nationally recognised inquiries, which has recently included constant advice in the Thirlwall Inquiry and the Infected Blood Inquiry. The team also handles a number of contentious and non-contentious employment matters, which head of health employment Michael Wright regularly leads, with support from James Upton. Andrew Craggs heads the firmwide Health Business Group, Joanna Trewin oversees the Manchester team and has knowledge in inquiries and offender healthcare matters, Emma Stockwell specialises in corporate governance, information governance and regulatory matters and Sharon Thomas is a standout mental health lawyer.
Legal 500 Editorial commentary
Testimonials
Collated independently by Legal 500 research team.
‘Louise Wilson is an absolute star on mental health matters, particularly children's mental health matters. This is such a tricky area of law and I think she is one of the few people in the country that really understands it. I am always so impressed whenever I see her and have recommended her many times.’
‘The team provide advice on a range of health related matters (CoP/DoLS, Responsible Commissioner, Section 21a challenge etc.) and are responsive, clear in their communications and collaborative in their approach to training and information.’
‘Individuals are proactive and responsive in their communication, work to build and maintain a relations and show an interest in the work of the organisation. Professional in their approach and advice is tailored, consistent and clear.’
‘Overall I am happy with the service provided by them in relation to Healthcare advisory matters, with specific focus on inquests, as that is the basis on which we instruct them most regularly. I wouldn't say there is anything particularly unique or different about the service, but they are responsive to our needs and do have some outstanding individuals.’
‘Rebecca Sharrock is exactly what you want in a Healthcare Regulatory lawyer. She is friendly, approachable, available, and always prepared to go above and beyond. Rachael Watkinson is very approachable and responsive. Louise Wilson is excellent, and Elizabeth Wallace is knowledgeable and friendly. ’
‘Responsive expert advice accessible and adapted for the clinicians and practitioners and senior managers who require it positive and attentive client management.’
Key clients
- Northern Care Alliance NHS Foundation Trust
- Greater Manchester Mental Health NHS Foundation Trust
- Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust
- NHS Greater Manchester ICB
- Deloitte
- NHS England
- NHS Black Country
- Mid Cheshire Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust
- East Cheshire Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust
- Mersey Care NHS Foundation Trust
- University Hospitals Morecambe Bay NHS Foundation Trust
- Spectrum Community Health CIC
Work highlights
Represented the Countess of Chester NHS Foundation Trust at the Thirlwall Inquiry into events leading to the conviction of Lucy Letby of murdering babies in the neonatal unit.
Instructed as the external lead legal advisor for NHS England in relation to the relevant parts of the draft Mental Health Bill, affecting NHS England and NHS commissioners and providers as it was being amended and prepared to be put before Parliament.
Represented 6 GP practices in connection with their relocation from existing premises to 3 new Health Hubs to be constructed by Sheffield City Council using grant funding provided by NHS England.
Lawyers
Leading partners
The strongest partners in their field, leading on market-leading deals and endorsed by peers and clients alike.
Practice head
Andrew Craggs; Joanna Trewin; Emma Stockwell; Sharon Thomas; Michael Wright
Other key lawyers
Rebecca Sharrock; James Upton; Louise Wilson; Rachael Watkinson; Elizabeth Wallace; Roisin Reidy; Rachel Kelly