Giving you strength, making sure your voice is heard.

We are a specialist law firm providing expert legal advice and representation in Mental Health Law and Court of Protection Law.

Who we are.

We are based in Taunton, Somerset, so most of our work is undertaken in the South West region, but our reputation means that we are instructed to represent clients nationwide.

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We are committed to excellence in our work. We therefore do our best to ensure that every client feels that they have had the best possible service.

We are thrilled to have received recognition in the Devon and Somerset Law Society Awards, receiving Highly Commended in the category of Law Firm of the Year. We had a great night celebrating in Exeter with all other firms nominated for awards.

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We are very proud to announce that Eleanor Bulmer is a finalist in the Legal Aid Lawyer of the Year Awards. Eleanor is a finalist in the social welfare category and is amongst some exceptionally talented lawyers. We are lookingforward to an evening celebrating at the awards ceremony.

Our legal services.

We provide specialist representation and legal advice in Mental Health Law, Court of Protection, Judicial Review, Care Planning & Advice, Inquests and Social Care Law. Find out more below.

Mental Health Law

We have enormous experience of representing patients at Mental Health Tribunals. We are specialists, however, in all aspects of Mental Health Law.

Court of Protection

We advise on how the Mental Capacity Act 2005 should be applied, and we provide representation in Court of Protection proceedings.

Judicial Review

Whatever the decision, whatever the public body, whenever there is a question of Mental Health Law involved, we can provide you with the expert legal advice you need.

Care Planning & Advice

Lasting Power of Attorney, Deputyships, Advance Decisions and Challenging Funding Decisions are all services we can provide for you.

Inquests

Attending an Inquest can be a difficult process. We have a team dedicated to representing family members and interested parties throughout the process.

Social Care Law

With our many years of combined experience across the health and social care sector, we can help you get the support you need for you and your family.

What we offer.

We are a progressive firm with a fresh approach to legal practice, aiming for a friendly relationship with all our clients, whilst recognising the need to work to the highest professional standards on their behalf at all times.

Training for Professionals

As well as providing legal advice and representation on individual cases, we provide an extensive range of competitively-priced training courses on the law itself.

Legal Aid Funding

The vast majority of the work we do is for clients who are eligible for Legal Aid. As part of our initial advice in any case, we will therefore assess your eligibility for funding from the Legal Aid Agency. 

We can help. Contact us today

We are a specialist law firm providing expert legal advice and representation in Mental Health Law and Court of Protection Law. Get in touch to find out how we can help you.

What our clients say.

Thank you so much for all your work and support on this case. I don't know what I'd do without Butler & Co.


All staff I have had contact with have been professional and very helpful with any advice requested or queries I had.


Thank you so much for all your efforts on ST's behalf - I am really grateful for all the work you put in on her behalf.


I have learnt an immense amount being a significant role alongside each solicitor I have worked with, to ensure where needed, things are challenged and aimed for the best possible outcome for the client.
Each solicitor has always, worked swiftly and effectively. If I was ever in a personal situation where I needed legal representation, I would choose Butler & Co!

C C

I would like to express my thanks for all your hard work on my behalf at a time where I was on reflection, extremely unwell.
It is reassuring to know that the legal profession is there to support individuals when needed.

G S

I found your assistance very helpful and supportive. It was a rather gruelling time and you helped me tremendously to get through it all!
Thank you so much.

L.B S

Thank you for your help when I needed it.

K C

Thank you and the team so much for all your valuable expertise and support, helping P and my other clients to uphold their rights. We could not do it without you.


I wanted to extend my gratitude to both of you for the work you have put into achieving such a fantastic outcome for S. Your efforts have been impressive, and I feel fortunate to have been in such capable hands throughout this process. Thank you both once again for everything. Your hard work and commitment have made a significant difference, and I am deeply appreciative.


You’ve done such wonderful work on this case, which makes it easier for me stepping away!


It was really a pleasure to work with you and I was most impressed by the quality of your advice and assistance. I’m so pleased I happened upon Butler & Co when I was looking for a firm of solicitors to take on the welfare side of the case.


I appreciated your professionalism, pragmatism and fairness and sure my mother is receiving excellent advice and support. It is genuinely appreciated.


Impossible to put into words my thanks, Karen for all your help. You will be sorely missed but I'm sure (unfortunately) there are plenty of other families out there who need your support just as much.


Our team.

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Michael Butler

Consultant Solicitor

Michael founded Butler & Co in 2005, and is the firm’s Principal. He qualified as a solicitor in 1992 in London, having graduated from Warwick University and the College of Law, Chancery Lane.

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Catrin Blake

Director

Catrin is a Director with Butler & Co Solicitors, having joined us in 2009.

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Chris Heery

Director

Chris is an Associate Solicitor specialising in mental health law and joined Butler & Co in 2009.