The Court of Protection team at Kings Chambers is well-versed in advising on a broad range of complex health and welfare cases. Among the senior end of chambers, practice head Sam Karim KC is very highly regarded for his expertise in handling mental capacity matters, and is often instructed by the Official Solicitor, local authorities, CCGs and family members in complex medical treatment cases. Turning to the juniors, Ifsa Mahmood‘s ’presence in court is excellent‘; she has extensive experience in advising on s16 welfare applications and challenges to s21a applications. Sophie Hurst has ’a great breadth of knowledge‘ regarding health and welfare issues.
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Testimonials

Collated independently by Legal 500 research team.

  • 'Drew Platt is extremely helpful and always answers emails quickly and efficiently.'
  • 'The clerks at Kings are fantastic, particularly Drew who is very responsive and accommodating.'
  • 'Kings Chambers' clerks are knowledgeable, trustworthy and reliable.'
  • 'The clerks are helpful and responsive.'
  • 'A strong group of barristers.'
  • 'Kings Chambers are superb.'

Lawyers

Leading Silks

KCs at the very top of their field, with a long-established record of market-defining cases, and widespread endorsement from clients and peers. All silks appointed in the last two rounds are listed further below.

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Helen Mulholland KC
She is excellent at unpicking complex issues, very good with clinical staff and very thorough in her work.'

Leading Juniors

Leading juniors are those with significant experience of key cases, strong market recognition from both peers and clients, and are seen as future candidates for silk.

2
Aisling Campbell
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Sophie Hurst
Sophie is a thoughtful and persuasive advocate. She knows her case and the relevant jurisprudence inside out.'
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Ifsa Mahmood
A junior with a very serene demeanour, and she is very organised. A dream to work with.'