Mental Health

We  specialise in dealing with all mental health issues and law. Our team includes a member of the Law Society Mental Health Review Tribunal Panel.  We are experienced at advocacy and offer caring and sympathetic professional advice.

We have excellent links with experts including psychiatrists and psychologists who can challenge medical evidence.  We can commission an independent psychiatrist to assess your situation and prepare a written report including recommendations to the Tribunal.

We specialise in
  • Advising on your rights whilst detained under all types of Section
  • Representation at Mental Health Review Tribunals
  • Hospital Managers Hearings
  • Rights for people in hospital
  • Role of the nearest relative and carers
  • Community care assessment and provision – section 117 aftercare
  • Court of Protection
  • Complaints procedures
  • Role of the Mental Health Act Commission
  • The Courts and Judicial Review
  • Detention under the Mental Health Act
Pardoes particularly specialises in representing clients who are detained under the Mental Health Act for assessment or treatment. We can advise on the methods of obtaining discharge, and assist with making appeals to the Mental Health Review Tribunal and to the Hospital Managers. We can prepare your case and represent you at your appeal.

Free Legal Representation

You are automatically entitled to free legal representation before the Mental Health Review Tribunal irrespective of your financial circumstances. You will be represented by a qualified solicitor who will put your case fully to the Tribunal.

You may be eligible for legal help (legal aid) for other types of mental health issues, depending on your financial circumstances.

Contact Claire Roney or Sabrina Bailey for further information