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16 May 2019
Issue: 7842 / Categories: Movers & Shakers , Profession
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Hugh Jones Solicitors—Georgina Rowley

Court of Protection specialist comes on board as consultant

Court of Protection boutique firm Hugh Jones Solicitors has welcomed Georgina Rowley to the firm as a consultant.

Georgina brings with her extensive experience in Court of Protection welfare cases, including end of life treatment cases, withholding and withdrawing life sustaining treatment, disputes on decisions to grant and withhold continuing healthcare funding, and inquests. She is an accredited mediator and is a panel member of The Medical Mediation Foundation.

Rachel Dobson, managing director of Hugh Jones, said: ‘As one of the largest private client firms in England and Wales, we are always looking to bolster our workforce with the sector’s most knowledgeable experts.

‘Georgina will play a vital role in ensuring that the Court of Protection services we offer continue to lead the industry, extending our expertise into treatment and welfare disputes. She’s a valuable addition to our biggest team and perfectly placed to provide clients with the support required to help them navigate what can often be a testing time or ongoing process.’

Georgina added: ‘Hugh Jones has built an impressive reputation for its Court of Protection and mental capacity work. I look forward to working alongside a team of individuals who share my passion for providing quality advice in these areas and have no doubt that the team will continue to go from strength to strength.’

 

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