Will specialises in the law relating to children, and Court of Protection work.
He acts in public law proceedings including care, adoption, designation disputes, and deprivation of liberty, representing all parties. He has experience in cases involving non-accidental injury, sexual abuse, domestic violence, drugs and alcohol, mental health difficulties and learning disabilities.
Will appears in the Court on Protection on behalf of local authorities, the Official Solicitor, NHS Trusts, ALRs and family members. He is instructed in a wide range of matters including welfare and deprivation of liberty issues, s21A challenges and cases dealing with complex care and transition plans.
Will combines an analytical approach to the evidence and law with strong client care skills in relation to both vulnerable adults, and professional clients whose assistance and guidance is often needed to help vulnerable individuals and families.
Will is appointed to sit as a Deputy District Judge in the South-Eastern Circuit.
