A Name You Can Trust – Our Professional Accreditations

Office of the Public Guardian’s national panel of professional deputies

Our Senior Partner, Jane Bennett, is a member of the Office of the Public Guardian’s national panel of professional deputies. Panel members are appointed by the Court and there are only around 70 panel deputies nationwide.

The Legal 500

JE Bennett are ranked highly in the prestigious Legal 500 rankings, recognised as a Leading Firm for Court of Protection and Jane Bennett has been named as a Leading Individual in her field, making her part of what is considered a very elite list. Our Partners Richard Shearing and Lorna Halfpennt-Beeby are recognised as Next Generation Partners. These are quotes from the Legal 500 2020 editorial:

‘Highly professional service at a fair price. An experienced and user-friendly team’

‘A very strong team ethic as the practice has developed over the last few years. Jane Bennett is a leading industry figure, with a strong business acumen built upon excellent client care. Lorna Halfpenny-Beeby is a rising star of the team’

‘Jane Bennett is always prompt and deals with instructions efficiently. She is helpful and approachable. I value her professionalism and turnaround times in cases where things can be a bit last minute. Jane always delivers for us.’

‘Lorna is infectiously passionate about promoting independence and is happy to think outside the box in ensuring her clients have access to the necessary support and rehabilitation services. Her approach is one of someone highly skilled in her field. Lorna remains professional at all times and nothing seems too much’

‘Richard is very practically involved with his clients. He is highly respected by clients and professionals alike. Richard is very approachable and is obviously highly skilled and knowledgeable’

Chambers and Partners

Jane Bennett has been ranked in Chambers and Partners rankings 2021. Jane is 1 of only 24 lawyers nationwide to make the rankings for, Court of Protection: Property & Affairs (UK-wide).

Lexcel

JE Bennett Law has Lexcel accreditation since 2019. This is the Law Society’s legal practice quality mark for practice management and client care. Our firm is audited annually to ensure continued accreditation.

Other Professional Accrediations and Memberships

Jane is a fully Accredited member of Solicitors for the Elderly and a lifelong member of Headway for whom JE Bennett Law are a corporate supporter.

Jane is an Affiliate member of STEP. The JE Bennett Law team are members of the professional institutions shown in the image.

JE Bennett Law and Jane Bennett have now been ranked by the Legal500 for 4 consecutive years.

What Our Clients Say

Francis, APD Law

"We recognise the need for specialists who are professional and reliable so are always happy to refer to JE Bennett Law for expert witness work."

Ian McKendrick, Frenkel Topping

JE Bennett Law speak in a language that clients and families understand and adapt their style to the individual circumstances presented. It was no surprise that Jane won the honour of obtaining panel status for the Court of Protection, which many firms failed to do. This means that she now attracts recommendations from other solicitors across the UK too. Jane can also be found fronting expert panels for other deputies helping to answer more complex questions.

James Sheedy, Royal Borough of Kensington and Chelsea

Having referred cases for appointment of a Deputy we have found JE Bennett Law to be helpful, reliable and flexible in the way that they have worked with us

Ian McKendrick, Frenkel Topping

I have worked with Jane and the team on a number of matters involving vulnerable clients and their families and I am very happy to recommend JE Bennett Law to any of my clients. The entire team at JEB are very personable, professional and take great care with the individual needs of each client. They are quick to respond and I have first hand experience and feedback from clients and families about the positive impact that Jane and the team have had in helping to change their lives for the better, often under extremely difficult and emotional circumstances.

The Legal 500 Editorial Testimonials 2021

'Highly professional service at a fair price. An experienced and user-friendly team'

Legal 500 Editorial Testimonial 2021 – The JE Bennett Law Team

'A very strong team ethic as the practice has developed over the last few years. Jane Bennett is a leading industry figure, with a strong business acumen built upon excellent client care. Lorna Halfpenny-Beeby is a rising star of the team'

Legal 500 Editorial Testimonial 2021 – Jane Bennett

'Jane Bennett is always prompt and deals with instructions efficiently. She is helpful and approachable. I value her professionalism and turnaround times in cases where things can be a bit last minute. Jane always delivers for us.'

Legal 500 Editorial Testimonial 2021 – Richard Shearing

'Richard is very practically involved with his clients. He is highly respected by clients and professionals alike. Richard is very approachable and is obviously highly skilled and knowledgeable'

Legal 500 Editorial Testimonial 2021 – Lorna Halfpenny-Beeby

'Lorna is infectiously passionate about promoting independence and is happy to think outside the box in ensuring her clients have access to the necessary support and rehabilitation services. Her approach is one of someone highly skilled in her field. Lorna remains professional at all times and nothing seems too much'

Carol Kendall, Case Manager

"I am a Case Manager. I would highly recommend Jemma Cahan. She has a professional yet personable and compassionate manner. Communication was excellent with a thorough knowledge and understanding of the client and their individual circumstances."

Harry Trusted, Barrister

Jemma (Cahan) is a first-class solicitor who can be relied upon to do her very best for those she represents.