Meryll Paterson qualified as a solicitor in 2001. Since 1999 she has worked predominantly with those who have mental health problems.

Prior to joining Scomo in 2003 she represented those with mental health problems in family and housing matters. She is a member of the Law Society’s Mental Health Panel. She currently acts for clients detained in hospital under both criminal and civil sections. Her practice is based in hospitals in the south. In addition to tribunal work she also acts for clients in judicial review proceedings.

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