Expertise: Criminal Defence, Mental Health

Member of: Mental Health Lawyers Association, Law Society’s Mental Health Review Tribunal Panel and part-time Tribunal Chairman, Southampton Magistrates Court and Police Station Duty Solicitor Scheme.

Work and Clients: Paul Butler brought over 20 years of experience as a Solicitor to Knight & Co when he joined in the autumn of 2002. Paul’s interest and specialisation focuses on Mental Health Law, an area of work that he has specialised in since the late 1980’s, and he has represented patients from Hospitals across the Wessex area. He has seen this area of Law increase rapidly over recent years. He qualified as a member of the Law Society’s Mental Health Review Tribunal Panel in 1991, and, as well as acting as advocate for patients, continues to spend part of his time chairing Tribunals. He also specialises in representing Criminal Clients with Mental Health problems.

Outside work: When not working, Paul enjoys walking and also loves to travel. He has a particular interest in Third World development and is an active supporter of Fair Trade.

What do client's say?
'Thank you for supporting me'
'Thanks to you and all your advice'
'Very professional service, knowledgeable and friendly staff'
'both professional and understanding and I especially felt that he did not pre-judge me. His attitude helped me through a difficult time'
'In all a first class service provided to clients'
'Sound advice- and quality service'
'no improvement needed.'

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