At No5 Barristers’ Chambers, the Court of Protection team is very experienced in acting for the Official Solicitor, individuals, local authorities and family members in a broad range of matters. Mark Bradshaw has a solid track record in representing local authorities in cases involving deprivation of liberty, as well as residence, contact and care issues. Avril Rushe ‘has an analytical mind and is thorough in her advice’, with a strong practice in handling s21A and s16 Mental Capacity Act applications and Forced Marriage Protection Order proceedings.
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  • 'Lucas Bennett is a fantastic clerk at No5 Chambers. He is always on hand to assist and ensures that any enquiries are responded to promptly.'
  • 'The clerks at No5 are very friendly and helpful. Lucas Bennett is always quick to respond to queries and is willing to try to make counsel available at short notice.'
  • 'The clerks are very responsive and helpful.'
  • 'A good set.'
  • 'Any counsel provided are exceptionally knowledgeable in their area of law.'
  • 'No5 has good expertise and availability of counsel.'