REGULATORY DEFENCE SOLICITORS
Cases closed. Careers protected.
Solicitor-led representation through every stage of a regulatory investigation, from the first letter from your regulator through to a contested fitness-to-practise hearing or High Court appeal. Led by a former in-house lawyer at the General Medical Council.
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Recent outcomes
GMC
Case closed at investigation stage, no referral to tribunal
NMC
Interim order successfully challenged, nurse continued working
HCPC
No case to answer, all allegations dismissed at ICP stage
GPhC
Interim Conditions Order narrowed at review hearing
SSSC
All allegations not proved following five-day tribunal hearing
GMC
Erasure avoided, four-month suspension imposed with no immediate review
About our results
These outcomes represent a cross-section of the work we do. Every case is different, the regulator, the allegations, the professional’s circumstances, and the stage at which we are instructed all affect what is achievable. We act before the GMC, NMC, HCPC, GPhC, GDC, SRA, SSSC, Social Work England and the Teaching Regulation Agency, among others. What we can say is that early instruction consistently produces better outcomes. If you have received a letter from a regulator, the sooner you speak to us the more options you have.
We do not publish confidential case details. Where we have written about a case, it is because the outcome is a matter of public record or the client has consented. The blog posts linked above give more detail on a selection of the cases listed.
Questions about our work
Can you help at an early stage, before a hearing is listed?
Your regulator triages every complaint and decides whether the matter passes its threshold for investigation. The majority of complaints close at the triage stage with no further action. If the threshold is met, an investigation opens and you will receive a letter from your regulator setting out the allegations and inviting your response. Engaging properly at this stage is critical, most cases are resolved before they reach a tribunal, and a strong regulatory response often closes the investigation entirely.
What is your success rate?
We do not publish a headline success rate because it would be misleading. Outcomes depend on the facts of each case and the regulator involved. What we can say is that our approach, early, thorough engagement at every stage, consistently produces better outcomes than waiting to defend at a hearing.
Do you take on cases that other solicitors have already started?
Yes. We can review what has been done, advise on strategy going forward, and take over conduct of your case at any stage. We will be honest with you about whether a change of solicitor is likely to make a difference.
Can you act urgently?
Yes. We can offer a same-day response, subject to availability, and in most cases we aim to arrange an initial consultation within 48 hours of you contacting us. This applies whether you’re facing an urgent deadline, an IOT hearing, or another time-sensitive stage of your case.
How do I instruct you?
Call 0800 088 4700 or email jake@regulatorydefence.co.uk. We offer a free one-hour initial consultation. We will listen to the facts of your case, give you an honest view of your position, and tell you how we can help.
Is there a charge for the initial consultation?
No. The initial one-hour consultation is free and without obligation. We do not charge for giving you an honest assessment of your position.
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