Gillhams is pleased to announce the launch of a Care law department to compliment its existing Commercial Law Practice.

Care is a highly specialised field subject to enormous change following the introduction of the Care Standards Act 2000.

This complex area requires an experienced team of lawyers who can understand all aspects of the Care Industry.

The "Gillhams Care" team is led by a Partner who has worked within the care field for over ten years. This gives added value to our clients.

The "Gillhams Care" team acts for clients in all sectors involved in the provision of care.

Gillhams has specific expertise in advising all organisations regulated by the Commission of Social Care Inspection (CSCI), especially Care Home Operators.

Within the private sector, Gillhams has the expertise to advise and represent charities, insurers, trade associations, agents and funders.

Within the public sector, Gillhams can act on behalf of regulators NHS and Primary Care Trusts. We can help with:

• Setting up Care homes;
• Buying and Selling Care homes;
• Advising on Corporate Structure and related Tax Issues;
• Assisting with Registration Process;
• Funding Issues;
• Contracting with Social Services/PCT;
• Crisis Management.