Professional Discipline

Martin Forde KC is a respected advocate who is frequently sought after by chiropractors, dentists, doctors and osteopaths, alongside regulators. Given his sterling reputation, he is regularly instructed in high-profile disciplinary proceedings.

"Martin is a powerhouse with a wide-ranging knowledge and a great manner about him."

"Martin is a charismatic, persuasive and skilled advocate."

Richard Booth KC is recognised primarily for his vast experience in the medical and veterinary spheres. He also has an aptitude for cases involving sports regulation. He typically represents professionals in proceedings before regulatory bodies such as the GMC, GDC and RCVS.

"He is excellent and has a great bedside manner."

Clodagh Bradley KC is an established medical law specialist whose disciplinary expertise includes proceedings before the GMC, RCVS and General Osteopathic Council. She frequently handles cases involving practitioners accused of sexual assault and bullying.

"Clodagh has a real eye for detail."

"Clodagh is astonishingly thorough."

"Clodagh is extremely hard-working and gets to know files inside out in a short timeframe."

Andrew Kennedy KC offers broad expertise in the disciplinary arena, with a specialist focus on healthcare matters. He is a familiar face in complex, high-profile GMC and GDC proceedings.

"Andrew is a superb and empathetic advocate."

Jeremy Hyam KC is an impressive healthcare advocate who is recognised for his deft handling of complex cases on behalf of medical practitioners.

"He is just excellent."

"Jeremy is a formidable advocate who takes on points with ease."

"Jeremy can conduct complex legal regiments and explains things in a way clients understand."

Matthew Barnes is a medical specialist who offers broad disciplinary expertise and is regularly called upon to appear before a range of regulators including the GDC and local health boards.

"Matthew is absolutely fearless in taking cases all the way to trial. I've always ranked him highly."

"He is able to adapt his advice depending on the client's needs and priorities. He is commercially astute, thorough and detailed."

Neil Sheldon KC is respected for his highly effective representation of doctors and dentists in disciplinary proceedings. He also acts for a number of governmental clients. His busy practice sees him regularly appearing before the GMC, the GDC and the High Court.

"He is fantastic. He's a hard-working, brilliant barrister and a delightful man."

Robert Kellar KC is much in demand for defence work in proceedings initiated by the GMC or GDC. He is notable for having represented a number of high-ranking medical professionals.

"Robert has a good combination of being knowledgeable and caring but also firm and decisive."

"He is really thorough, and so his attention to detail is second to none. There is nothing he doesn't know about his cases."

Christopher Mellor is highlighted for his expertise in defence of GMC proceedings. He acts for senior doctors and dentists.

"Chris is excellent with clients - extremely polite and very persuasive."

"Chris is an extremely talented advocate, and his attention to detail in both written advice and cross-examination is second to none."

Richard Smith acts for registrants in proceedings before the Medical Practitioners Tribunal and the Professional Conduct Committee of the GDC. He has experience in cases arising from a variety of serious allegations, often requiring careful consideration of contextual matters.

"Richard is very user-friendly and commands respect from opposition."

"Clients are always in the best and safest hands with him."