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Your Trusted Partner for Healthcare Legal Services
Hempsons LLP is a nationally recognised law firm with deep expertise in healthcare, social care, and charity law. Our team combines decades of sector-specific experience with a client-centric approach, delivering tailored legal solutions for NHS organisations, private healthcare providers, and not-for-profit entities. Accredited to ISO 9001 and Lexcel standards, we prioritise quality, responsiveness, and practical advice written in plain English.With a 24/7 service model, we support clients across the UK, offering specialist knowledge in areas such as clinical negligence, regulatory defence, and commercial law. Our commitment to innovation and sector leadership ensures clients receive forward-thinking legal strategies aligned with evolving industry challenges.
Services
Healthcare Law
Clinical Negligence Defence
Regulatory Defence
Charity Law
Commercial Contracts
Employment Law
Private Client Services
Real Estate
Clinical Governance
Mental Health Law
Highlights and features
- We offer 70+ lawyers specialising in healthcare and charity law.
- Our team is ISO 9001 accredited for quality management.
- We provide 24/7 legal support for urgent client needs.
- Our lawyers are recognised leaders in clinical negligence defence.
- We deliver sector-specific expertise to NHS and private clients.
Associations and certifications
- ISO 9001
- Lexcel
What people say
Responsive and thorough explanations
Unwavering commitment to client interests
Trusted leader in healthcare law
Exceptional reputation in clinical negligence
High-quality, sector-specific expertise
Services
Healthcare Law
We provide comprehensive legal support for NHS bodies, private healthcare providers, and professionals. Our expertise includes regulatory compliance, clinical governance, and dispute resolution. Clients benefit from our deep understanding of healthcare legislation and its practical application, ensuring robust risk management and operational continuity.
Clinical Negligence Defence
Our 70+ legal team defends complex clinical negligence claims for indemnifiers and insurers. We specialise in high-value cases, inquests, and disciplinary matters, combining technical expertise with strategic advocacy to protect clients' reputations and financial interests.
Regulatory Defence
We represent healthcare professionals in GMC, GDC, and other regulatory hearings. Our approach focuses on safeguarding careers through proactive representation in disciplinary cases, fitness-to-practise matters, and criminal defence related to professional conduct.
Charity Law
Our top-tier charity law team advises on governance, compliance, and regulatory challenges. We support organisations of all sizes with restructuring, mergers, and navigating the Charities Act 2011 to ensure legal resilience and mission alignment.
Commercial Contracts
We draft and negotiate contracts for healthcare supply agreements, outsourcing, and joint ventures. Our focus is on mitigating legal risks while enabling clients to achieve commercial objectives in NHS and private sector transactions.
People
Ali Williams
Head of HR
Ali Williams leads Hempsons' HR and recruitment team, bringing over 15 years of experience in legal sector human resources. She specialises in talent development and organisational strategy, ensuring alignment with the firm's client-focused ethos.
Adrian Parker
Partner
Adrian Parker is a procurement law specialist with expertise in NHS and public sector contracts. He advises on outsourcing arrangements and commercial agreements, combining legal precision with a practical understanding of healthcare sector challenges.
Anne Ball
Senior Partner
Anne Ball is a clinical negligence and criminal defence expert with a national reputation for handling high-profile cases. Her leadership in professional discipline matters has established Hempsons as a go-to firm for healthcare legal defence.
Philippa Doyle
Partner
Philippa Doyle heads Hempsons' advisory team, specialising in social care law and governance. She contributes to policy development and regulatory frameworks, ensuring clients receive forward-thinking solutions aligned with sector reforms.
Justin Cumberlege
Partner
Justin Cumberlege leads Hempsons' procurement practice, advising on NHS contracts and healthcare commercial law. His expertise in public procurement and contractual disputes supports clients in achieving compliant, efficient service delivery.
Questions
What areas of law does Hempsons specialise in?
Hempsons specialises in healthcare law, clinical negligence defence, charity regulation, and commercial contracts, with additional expertise in regulatory defence and mental health law.
Do you offer 24/7 legal support?
Yes, our services are available 24 hours a day, seven days a week, to address urgent legal needs for healthcare providers and professionals.
Which clients do Hempsons work with?
We work with NHS trusts, private healthcare providers, charities, GPs, dentists, and healthcare professionals across the UK.
What accreditations does Hempsons hold?
Hempsons is accredited to ISO 9001 quality standards and holds Lexcel accreditation for excellence in legal practice management.
How experienced is the legal team?
Our team includes over 70 lawyers with decades of combined experience in healthcare, social care, and charity law sectors.
Are Hempsons regulated by legal authorities?
Yes, we are authorised and regulated by the Solicitors Regulation Authority (No 8000811) and adhere to strict professional standards.
