Weightmans LLP

Weightmans LLP 's healthcare practice is praised for demonstrating ‘a thorough grasp of NHS structures and clinical governance’, which is applied on public inquiry, large-scale clinical negligence, employment and corporate mandates. The team advises a large number of NHS bodies, primary care practices, local and government organisations as well as various private and independent health and care providers. The practice is led by a trio of practitioners including Richard Jolly, who advises NHS trusts on a range of issues including complaints and serious incident investigations, while Dewi Ap-Thomas provides expert advice on maternity and baby related deaths and inquests. Emlyn Williams covers the gamut of employment matters, and Jessica Swift frequently represents NHS trusts in high-profile, nationally recognised inquests. Ian Pace predominantly focuses on employment matters, including contentious cases before the employment tribunal. Nichola Halpin joined the practice in April 2024 and bolsters the team in healthcare regulatory matters.