Professional Discipline

James Penry-Davey leads Capsticks' regulatory team. He offers clients the benefit of his considerable experience handling investigations for regulators such as the GDC and NMC. He frequently handles prosecutions involving allegations of dishonesty, inappropriate care, sexual misconduct and issues of consent.

"He is an excellent lawyer and an excellent leader. You could not have someone more competent for that role."

"James excels in all aspects of legal service provision, making him a standout solicitor. His commitment to client service is exemplary, always ensuring clients feel supported throughout a case."

"His level of expertise is top-notch, demonstrating a deep understanding of complex legal matters and providing strategic solutions tailored to the business environment in which we work."

Nicole Curtis is held in particularly high regard for her experience in the veterinary and healthcare sectors. She is regularly called upon to represent the Royal College of Veterinary Surgeons and the Farriers Registration Council in fitness-to-practise proceedings.

"Nicole is an outstanding leader and exceptional advocate with a top intellect. When Nicole's considerable experience is added to her first-class skills and qualities she is deservedly a leader."

"Nicole is exceptional and her advocacy is outstanding. She is always well prepared and never flat-footed, navigating critical matters with ease."

"She has a very good practice in relation to the veterinary profession. She's very strong in the disciplinary side of that world."

"She's a veterinary specialist at Capsticks and is the top lady for the vets."

Mark Whiting represents a range of regulatory bodies in fitness-to-practise hearings and investigations, including the NMC and Social Work England. He is adept at handling High Court appeals of decisions by regulators, as well as reviewing past decisions.

"Mark is very experienced and has very strong commercial and sector awareness. He continuously looks for opportunities to improve our ways of working."

Kate Steele brings to bear deep expertise in handling regulatory investigations into allegations of dishonesty and sexual misconduct on behalf of medical regulatory bodies. She represents clients in fitness-to-practise hearings, court proceedings and tribunals.

"Kate's communication, empathy, expertise and ability to quickly grasp clients' needs are truly outstanding and unique."

"Kate is experienced, providing strong legal advice for me and my team."

"She's very impressive, cool under pressure, and liked by her clients and her opponents. She's an impressive performer."

Keziah Pearson frequently assists healthcare and legal regulators with professional discipline matters for the SRA, NMC and Social Work England. She handles investigations, appeals and reviews of regulatory proceedings.

"Keziah is a pleasure to work with, has good foresight and anticipates problems so they can be mitigated. Her manner with her clients is great and always makes a difficult situation feel surmountable."

"She's very pleasant to deal with and is unflappable. We're very fond of her."

Mark Rogers possesses tremendous expertise in the professional discipline practice area, where he has a strong track record in handling litigation and investigations for bodies such as the SRA and GDC, among others.

"Mark is a thoroughly hard-working and very likeable professional discipline lawyer."

"He's very clever and effective."