Independent Advocacy

What is 'Independent Advocacy?

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My Training

Who I Work With

I work with:

• Individuals and families seeking independent representation

• NHS trusts and hospitals

• Local Authorities and social care teams

• Primary, secondary, and tertiary care settings

• Legal teams and case managers

• Barristers

Independent Advocacy and Representation

Supporting clients in serious medical decisions, care reviews, safeguarding concerns, Deprivation of Liberty Safeguards (DoLS), and living arrangements. My goal is to ensure their views are represented with accuracy, empathy, and legal integrity.

Tribunal and Court Representation

Advocacy in Court of Protection hearings and tribunals, including cases escalated to the High Court. These processes can be intimidating. I ensure clients feel prepared, supported, and genuinely heard.

Advocacy Areas of Expertise

Legal Reform and Policy Engagement

Instrumental in challenging the role of the Coroner’s Office when no known relatives or friends exist. Advocating for fairer aftercare procedures. Advocating during Covid-19 for individual assessments regarding CPR/DNAR best interest decisions and opposing blanket ward decisions.

Training and Education

I regularly provide training for healthcare professionals, social workers, and legal teams across the UK. This includes postgraduate-level instruction on:

• The Mental Capacity Act (2005)

• The Human Rights Act (1998)

• s117 Aftercare and discharge planning

• Serious Medical Treatment (SMT)

• DoLS and Safeguarding frameworks

• Advocacy ethics and reflective practice

Community Engagement and Professional Practice

• Contributor to newsletters and case studies for advocacy best practice

• Regular collaborations with care homes and advocacy networks

• Focused on improving communication, client self-confidence, and cultural sensitivity

• Committed to upholding the highest standards of record-keeping, compliance, and legal knowledge

Fees and Enquiries

Advocacy and training fees are quoted following an initial discussion. This ensures you receive a tailored, accurate response based on your needs, location, and the complexity of the case.

To discuss your situation, please contact me directly for a confidential conversation. This initial consultation helps clarify how I can help, what the process involves, and whether advocacy is appropriate for your case.