Andrew Parsons

Andrew is Senior Partner and Head of Healthcare Providers in our Healthcare team. He has been named by the Legal 500 and Chambers directories as a leading individual in the field of clinical negligence and mental health law, and appears in the Legal 500’s Hall of Fame.

“Extremely knowledgeable, highly effective and excellent with clients.” […] “Calm, measured, and has a great way with judges.” Chambers and Partners UK 2022

‘Andrew Parsons is a standout practitioner in the care sector – a legend in this area for the knowledge and experience he has alongside a very affable and confident approach.’ Legal 500 UK 2022

“He is a very experienced and skilful lawyer who gets stuck into cases.” […] “Andrew possesses deep experience in mental health law.” Chambers and Partners UK 2021

‘Andrew Parsons is simply the best healthcare lawyer there is. Calm and reassuring with clients his cool exterior belies the fact that his brain is working quicker than anyone else in the room.’ Legal 500 2021

Andrew Parsons at RadcliffesLeBrasseur is a healthcare law expert who is considered “a standout on the regulatory side” thanks to his sterling advice to public and private sector clients. Who’s Who Legal 2021

Andrew Parsons provides “first class, pragmatic level advice that cuts to the chase on every occasion,” according to one client, while another says: “There is no one in the industry that can beat his knowledge, expertise and wisdom.” He has considerable expertise advising public and private sector providers on major inquests and investigations.  Chambers and Partners 2020

Andrew Parsons frequently advises public and private sector clients on a broad array of regulatory matters. He possesses noteworthy ability in inquests, judicial reviews and Care Quality Commission registrations, and has particular expertise in the mental health services and care home sectors. He is a “well-known industry veteran,” according to one source, while another notes: “He has good relationships with his client.” Chambers and Partners 2020

‘Andrew Parsons is a standout leader in this field – he knows more about the healthcare sector than anyone, and is a problem solver with a wonderful manner with clients that instills confidence.’ Legal 500 2020

Andrew Parsons ‘has great judgement and gives advice that is ‘spot on’ when clients are really in trouble.’ Legal 500 2019

‘Andrew is very helpful, responsive and great at preparing teams for a hearing, as well as providing reassurance and useful tips. I am so glad to have someone that I can trust to provide the level of support needed.’ Chambers and Partners 2019

‘His expertise in the sector as well as his knowledge of our business makes him a critical adviser on complex and sensitive matters.’ Chambers and Partners 2018