Professional Discipline

Richard Privett is well known for his representation of medical and dental professionals in proceedings before their regulatory bodies. He is equally adept at acting on behalf of individuals in criminal proceedings and sensitive inquiries.

"Richard is tactically brilliant and a superb lawyer."

"Richard is very easy to work with."

Nigel West possesses a wealth of experience in the legal services domain, which he utilises to counsel legal professionals and law firms on SRA appeals and SDT proceedings. He is particularly knowledgeable in relation to cases concerning sexual misconduct and SRA Accounts Rules breaches.

"Nigel has an excellent grasp of the law and is committed to his clients meaning you get everything you need from him."

"He's very technically sound and experienced in the area of solicitors' discipline investigations."

Sam Flew heads the firm's healthcare professionals team and frequently represents individuals facing disciplinary proceedings and prosecution. He is particularly well versed in handling hearings before governing bodies in the healthcare sector, including the GMC and GDC.

"He's the man you want on your side of the storm; he has great judgement and experience and is unflappable."

"He is very good, very sensible and very knowledgeable."

"Sam is unflappable, impressive and experienced."

Stewart Duffy is particularly skilled at advising healthcare professionals on disciplinary investigations and judicial review proceedings. He frequently advises individuals and groups of professionals in relation to investigations brought by the GDC and GMC.

"Stewart is very good, extremely intelligent and very bright."

"Stewart has a reputation for being incredibly thorough and bright. As a former doctor he has good mastery over cases."

"He is very bright whilst also being thoughtful and insightful in his tactical analysis."

Susanna Heley is noted for her proficient representation of solicitors facing allegations of dishonesty and breaches of Accounts Rules, among other issues. She regularly appears as an advocate before the SDT.

"I would have no hesitation in recommending work to her as and when necessary."

"She is incredibly enthusiastic and looks for creative answers to legal problems, which can be very successful. She has a great enthusiasm for work and knowledge of the law."

"She's a wonderful support who prides herself on the level of service she offers and the care that comes with it. She's very well respected and admired by the profession as a whole."

Ian Sadler advises a plethora of medical professionals and associations on disciplinary and criminal proceedings, including appellate matters.

"Ian is brilliant and he's tactically very astute."

"He is very impressive and articulate."

Simon Gomersall regularly represents doctors, dentists and other healthcare professionals in disciplinary investigations and tribunal proceedings. He possesses additional experience in judicial reviews and inquests.

"Simon is unflappable and a joy to work with; he's like a swan gliding across the top of a pond, a picture of calm."

William Childs is highlighted for his adept representation of healthcare professionals in fitness-to-practise hearings. He has significant experience assisting individuals facing GMC investigations and judicial review proceedings.

"He's a very impressive lawyer."