Weightmans LLP ‘s ’extremely knowledgeable’ practice is highly recommended for its handling of care plans for NHS trusts and negotiating construction industry contracts, with additional expertise covering regulatory compliance issues. From Birmingham, the national corporate health head Michael Clifford is well versed in joint ventures and refinancings, Jill Weston is an expert on judicial review claims, and Jasmine Armstrong primarily focuses on clinical negligence cases. Deborah Bannister is a risk management specialist, and Sarah Hopwood is noted for her litigation knowledge. Charlie Mawdesley is also recommended.
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'Very impressive in terms of depth and legal expertise - something you'd expect of a national firm like Weightmans.'
- 'This particular team is comprised of sensible and personable individuals who are pleasant to deal with, pragmatic, sensible and commercially focused. They support the counsel they instruct (unlike a number of other large competitors) and do really well in building relationships with other parties or interested persons to secure the best outcomes for their clients.’
‘Jill Weston and Charlie Mawdesley are stand-out lawyers; both have an encyclopedic knowledge of healthcare and inquest law but are practical lawyers. Swiftly able to understand the context of a case and able to think strategically. Really impressive.'
- 'Jill Weston is a stellar advocate; her questioning of witnesses is beautifully done. She clearly prepares cases incredibly thoroughly, but when she asks questions she does so in a way that makes you think she's chatting to the witness over coffee. Brilliant.’
‘The team is extremely knowledgeable. All of the team are responsive and committed to meeting their clients' needs.’
- 'Excellent knowledge, along with clear advice and support.’'Sarah Knight is absolutely brilliant. She combines outstanding client care with excellent advocacy in coronial proceedings.'
Key clients
- Dudley Group NHS Foundation Trust
- Birmingham Women’s and Children’s Hospital NHS FT
- University Hospitals of Birmingham NHS FT
- University Hospitals of North Midlands NHS FT
- Coventry and Warwickshire Partnership NHST
- Integra Supported Housing
- Hereford and Worcestershire Health and Care NHS T
- Weight to Go Ltd
- Community Integrated Care
- Birmingham and Solihull Mental Health Trust
- Healthcare Conferences UK Ltd
- The Royal Wolverhampton Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust
Work highlights
Handled an expedited acquisition of Nursing Home by a Council to protect the essential service.
Overseeing a merger under A Schedule 4 of the NHS Act 2006 and statutory guidance of St Helens & Knowsley Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust (STHK) and Southport and Ormskirk Hospitals NHS Trust (S&O) to create Mersey and West Lancashire Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust.
Representing the NHS Trust at a complex inquest into the death of a young mother who suffered complications following weight loss surgery; malnutrition and long COVID were carefully considered to assist with understanding cause of death.
Lawyers
Leading partners
The strongest partners in their field, leading on market-leading deals and endorsed by peers and clients alike.
Leading associates
Leading associates with regular involvement in their team's key work, and recognition from peers or clients as being ones to watch.
Charlie Mawdesley
Practice head
Michael Clifford; Deborah Bannister; Jasmine Armstrong; Jill Weston; Daniel Barchet; Sarah Knight; Sarah Hopwood; Tony Yeaman; James Muller
Other key lawyers
Charlie Mawdesley; Ami Patyal