Mental health review tribunals

There may be times when you disagree with the treatment which you, or a loved one, are receiving as a mental health patient. If this happens, you have the right to challenge the decisions at a mental health review tribunal. A tribunal gives you the opportunity to put forward your case and make your wishes known.

At QualitySolicitors we regularly represent people at mental health review tribunals. With our in-depth knowledge of mental health law, we can help you put forward the best possible case to ensure that your wishes are taken into consideration. Where necessary, we can request individual psychiatric reports to support your challenge.

We know that talking about health issues isn’t always easy but our friendly, understanding solicitors will put you at ease. We don’t believe in legal jargon and will always explain everything simply and clearly, answering any questions you may have.

Mental health patients can often access our services free of charge using legal aid and with our free initial assessment promise you can call us for a chat before deciding what action to take. If you’re unable to visit our offices, we can often visit you, either in hospital or somewhere else that’s convenient for you.

So if you’d like to find out more about the mental health review tribunal process, call us today on 08082747557 and to discuss how we can help you.

Mental health and capacity

When difficult (and often painful) decisions need to be made, thankfully you can turn to an experienced mental health solicitors to clarify how a person’s mental health problems can be approached with sympathy, dignity and practicality.

Advance decisions for medical treatment

Making an advance decision about medical treatment avoids any misunderstanding on what your wishes are when you can no longer communicate them - QualitySolicitors can help you plan ahead.

Care after lost capacity

If you lose the ability to make decisions due to old age this can be difficult for relatives and loved ones. QualitySolicitors can help you plan ahead for a time when you can no longer share what you think.

Compulsory treatment

A compulsory treatment order (CTO) is used by healthcare professionals to ensure that mental health patients receive the treatment they need - even when they’re unable to make their own decisions.

Court of Protection

When people are unable to make their own decisions because of a mental illness, other people may be required to make decisions on their behalf. Sometimes there may be disagreements surrounding these decisions and that is where the Court of Protection can help.

Deprivation of liberty

As a society, we have a duty to protect vulnerable people. This means that sometimes mental health patients may be detained in a care home or hospital under the Mental Health Act, in order to safeguard their wellbeing. Because they have not chosen to be in the home - or may object to being there - the patient is said to have been ‘deprived of their liberty’.

Detention/sectioning

Under the Mental Health Act, vulnerable people can be detained in hospital if it is felt that this is necessary in order to protect their own health or the safety of others. If you, or a loved one, have been sectioned or are facing detention, it can be a distressing time. At QualitySolicitors we’re here to make the process easier by providing the advice and guidance you need.

Lasting power of attorney

Whether you’d like to create a power of attorney to provide reassurance for the future, or you need to challenge an existing power of attorney, we can help. At QualitySolicitors we have in-depth knowledge of this specialist area and can answer any questions you may have.

Mental health aftercare

If you have received treatment as a mental health patient, you may need help and support getting your life back on track once your treatment ends. There are many services available free of charge to help mental health patients, their families and carers, from help with accommodation to advice on employment. At QualitySolicitors we can explain what’s available and ensure you get the support you need to build a safe and secure future.