Regulatory law
Receiving notification of a potential complaint or investigation from your regulator is undoubtedly a very upsetting and stressful experience. To address this, we provide expert legal knowledge of the processes and procedures to offer clear advice and reassurance to any regulated professional.
With years of experience as an in-house lawyer for the General Medical Council and expertise in regulatory law, Jake Herman understands that his knowledge and legal skills can deliver a seamless service that combines clear and well-thought-out legal advice. Additionally, Regulatory Defence offers a complete package of legal assistance, backed by access to highly recognised expert witnesses and accomplished regulatory barristers from several renowned chambers.
Furthermore, we provide personalised and tailored support to professionals across all disciplines on a variety of regulatory issues. In contrast to larger law firms, where multiple ever-changing solicitors, paralegals, and administrative staff may handle your matter, we offer personalised legal advice and representation with a professional and empathetic approach. Our services include the following:
- Expert legal advice on specific regulatory matters, simplifying often complex and technical regulatory issues into succinct, easily digestible advice.
- Solicitor-led representation at every stage of regulatory investigations, including regulatory, disciplinary, and civil proceedings, as well as representation in interviews, investigations, courts, and tribunals.
- Training and knowledge sharing for law firms and regulated organisations.
Ultimately, our goal is to ensure you receive the support you need during challenging times.
Contact Us
If you have any legal questions or concerns, please feel free to contact us. We offer a free initial consultation to discuss your case and determine the best course of action for you.
A more detailed look at the services we offer
High Court appeals
Appeals against tribunal or committee decisions can be complex and daunting. To give yourself the best possible chance, you should seek specialist legal representation. We provide expert legal advice and representation throughout the process, starting with an assessment of your prospects for success and continuing with support during the preparations and hearing.
Interim Order hearings
If your regulator believes that they should restrict your registration (i.e., suspend it or impose conditions) while they investigate allegations, they will likely refer you for an Interim Orders hearing. They bring these hearings on the basis of necessity for public protection or because they believe failing to do so would risk serious reputational damage to the profession. We accept instructions on these hearings at short notice, ensuring that practitioners receive appropriate representation and have the best possible chance of remaining in unrestricted practice or, at worst, being subject to workable conditions.
Restoration hearings
Regulatory Defence has extensive experience in preparing for restoration hearings. If your regulator previously erased your registration and you are now eligible to apply for restoration, contact us for a free consultation. We will discuss your case and provide advice about your potential prospects for success.
Registration and registration appeals
Regulated professional in the UK, must be registered with their respective regulator and hold a current licence to practise. Regulatory Defence has experience of providing legal advice on a variety of issues relating to registration and registration appeals.
Internal investigations
We have experience advising and representing professionals in both regulatory investigations and internal disciplinary investigations. When someone raises an allegation against a professional, the employer often conducts an internal investigation, which may lead to an internal disciplinary hearing. Regulatory Defence draws on a wealth of experience and colleagues with expertise in employment law to provide a full service package of advice and representation.
Revalidation
Most healthcare professionals are required to undertake some form of revalidation governed by their regulator. Regulatory Defence is experienced in providing expert legal advice in relation to queries regarding the revalidation process. Get in touch today for an initial consultation.
