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Provided by Gerard Hanratty
Career
Gerard is the Head of Health and a partner in the firm, specialising in advising organisations in the health sector on their public law obligations and issues. His work covers interpreting statute, supporting system re-organisations, advising on governance, supporting health regulators, providing advice on information law matters and, when necessary, defending challenges to decisions made. He is also recognised as a lead inquiries lawyer for health public bodies.
Gerard is a public law partner and is recognised by the NHS, Chambers and Legal 500 as one of the leading experts on public law issues, especially relating to governance, service reconfiguration, inquiries, information law, devolution and ICS development, for health organisations in the country. Chambers states that - He is described by clients as the "perfect combination of really knowledgeable but also really personable." Sources note that "he is very approachable, understands the issues well, provides sound advice and listens to what you want. He gives you a considered, measured response."
Gerard provides clients with specialist public law input on all functions and powers, his expertise is unmatched. This is apparent as he is now sought to support countries outside Europe to develop the legal framework for their health systems.
Chambers Review
UK
Gerard Hanratty is head of the firm's healthcare department and is a strong choice for public sector work. He regularly advises NHS England on the reconfiguration of services, procurement exercises and public inquiries.
Gerard Hanratty heads the health sector practice at Browne Jacobson, where he uses his public law expertise to advise public bodies, particularly those connected to the NHS.
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Provided by Chambers
"Gerard knows his stuff and he is a source of significant knowledge."
"Gerard knows his stuff and is a source of significant knowledge."
"Gerard knows his stuff and he is a source of significant knowledge."
"Gerard knows his stuff and is a source of significant knowledge."