Amy Holden

Experience

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  Irwin Mitchell

  Apr 2009 - Oct 2009

  Legal Helpline Advisor

  At Irwin Mitchell I advised clients of nationwide insurance companies, commercial retailers and government schemes on any aspect of English law based at this national firm’s Sheffield office. The most common topics I advised on were Family Law, Contract Law, Small Claims Actions, Neighbour Disputes, Criminal Law, Personal Injury and Road Traffic Accidents. I advised on the legal position, settlement methods, procedure and Legal Expenses Insurance.

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  Walker and Co Limited Solicitors

  Oct 2009 - Mar 2011

  Trainee Solicitor

  Prior to becoming a Trainee Solicitor at Walker & Co I gained a wealth of experience at the practice by working as a paralegal. I completed seats in Criminal Law, Family Law and Civil Litigation. I also completed the Police Station Accreditation Scheme. I embraced a variety of opportunities at Walker & Co and I was afforded a large level of responsibility. I undertook my own advocacy, built strong and trusted relationships with clients and efficiently managed a significant and mixed caseload. Show less

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  Darbys Solicitors LLP

  Apr 2011 - Feb 2016

  I was part of the Criminal Litigation Department at Darbys Solicitors LLP. I represented legally aided and privately paying clients in Criminal Proceedings. I represented clients at Oxford Magistrates' Court everyday and I attended other local courts wherever necessary. I represented clients at their first appearance through to their trial or sentencing hearing. I am a fully accredited police station representative, a Duty Solicitor and a Stage 1 member of the Criminal Litigation Accreditation Scheme. Show less

  • Associate

    Mar 2015 - Feb 2016

  • Solicitor

    Apr 2011 - Feb 2015
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  Knights

  Feb 2016 - Sept 2018

  Associate

  I was a member of the Regulatory Team at Knights Professional Services acting for individuals and corporate clients in all types of regulatory, professional discipline and criminal investigation.I advised on any type of regulatory investigation including professional disciplinary hearings, namely, representing professionals in fitness to practise proceedings before the relevant regulatory body, Health and Safety interviews under caution, Trading Standards prosecutions, schools’ discipline, admission and exclusion hearings, Data Protection and Freedom of Information Act requests, alcohol and entertainment licensing and appeals against the British Horse Association. Having previously specialised as a criminal defence lawyer I have built an excellent representation as a talented and passionate advocate. I have a wealth of experience in criminal advice and representation, from investigation through to trial or sentence. I have also prosecuted on behalf of the council and other regulatory bodies. Show less

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  Anthony Collins

  Oct 2018 - Mar 2019

  Associate

  I was an Associate specialising in Regulatory Law. I advised and represented clients in the following areas: CQC challenges InquestsSafeguardingHealth & Safety

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  Capsticks LLP

  Mar 2019 - now

  I am a member of Capsticks' Public Advisory and Inquest team. I provides advice and representation to NHS and private providers in all aspects of healthcare law. On a daily basis I review medical records, advise on RCA reports, support clinicians in readiness for an Inquest and attending the Inquest and associated hearings on behalf of the client. I undertake all my own advocacy including Article 2 Inquests. I represent clients involved in Court of Protection proceedings, this may be in relation to the process of and disputes about Continuing Health Care funding or best interests decisions. I also provide advice and assistance with regards to information law, namely, confidentiality, information sharing and disclosure, subject access requests and Freedom of Information Act requests. Show less

  • Partner

    Sept 2022 - now

  • Principal Associate

    May 2021 - Sept 2022

  • Senior Solicitor

    Mar 2019 - Apr 2021