Tina Bains

Senior Associate

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What can I do for you

Tina is a senior lawyer in the health and care team, specialising in mental capacity and mental health law. Tina represents NHS bodies such as Integrated Care Boards and Trusts in patient-related health and welfare matters before the Court of Protection. Tina frequently advises on complex legal issues arising from applications made under the Mental Capacity Act 2005 relating to the assessment of an individual’s mental capacity, deprivation of liberty and/or best interests.

What do others say

Tina takes pride in developing and maintaining positive relationships with her clients, who notably value her expertise and friendly nature.  

A big thank you for your ongoing support across a number of cases, some of which are extremely challenging” – current ICB client.

Supporting your ambitions

Tina understands that matters concerning mental capacity and mental health issues can often be pressing, complex and sensitive in nature. Tina adopts a proactive and methodical approach in understanding each particular matter and each client’s needs in order to provide clear and personable advice and support.

What else should you know?

Tina has previously represented both local authorities and children/young adults in claims for breaches of human rights. Tina is a keen advocate of human rights and acknowledges the importance of striking a balance between the duties of public bodies and the health, safety and welfare of patients in the Court of Protection arena.

Additional Information

Tina is fully fluent in spoken Punjabi and Hindi and can assist in legal matters where these languages may be a barrier to communication.

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