Nia Gowman
Nia is a very impressive advocate.'
With a reputation for being ‘the leading chambers in Wales for Court of Protection work’, 30 Park Place Chambers has an excellent track record in representing family members, local authorities, protected parties and health boards in a wide range of health and welfare matters. Rebecca Harrington leads the team and is well versed in advising on cases involving deprivation of liberty, as well as assisting public bodies with community care matters. Laura Shepherd has ‘detailed in-depth knowledge of the law’, and Nia Gowman brings extensive experience in handling capacity issues pertaining to marriage, care, residence, medical treatment and sexual relations, among other areas. Lewis Harrison‘s recent workload includes advising on challenges brought against s21A Mental Capacity Act decisions.
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- 'The clerks are always super helpful.'
- 'Clerks are always helpful and polite and quick to respond to emails.'
- '30 Park Place is an excellent Court of Protection set.'
- 'Good strength in depth of Court of Protection counsel.'
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