Nova Care Consultants delivers specialist Court of Protection and Community DOL services, conducting comprehensive risk assessments, needs evaluations and detailed balancing analysis that place the individual at the centre of every decision. Our multidisciplinary team of experienced professionals provides independent, thorough assessments and reports that consistently exceed statutory requirements. With over 4,000 independent reports delivered, we've earned our reputation as the trusted choice for public bodies, legal professionals and families across England and Wales.
About the DOL Lead Consultant
Gary Spencer-Humphrey brings unique multi-disciplinary expertise to the world of the Court of Protection (COP) and Deprivation of Liberty (DOL):
He holds advanced degrees in Adult Safeguarding: Law and Practice and has a degree in law (LL.B)
Is a former Head of Service, DOLS Authorisers and AMHP / Mental Health Lead.
Practising Approved Mental Health Professional and Best Interest Assessor.
He has managed court cases and community DOLs since 2019.
Dual registration as a Social Worker in England and Wales.
Is a judicial office holder in another jurisdiction.
Bond Solon Expert Witness trained.
16+ years of experience.
Our COP associates each bring several years of experience managing complex legal cases in the Court of Protection. With Nova Care Consultants, we work as a team, so you get access to a wealth of knowledge and skills unlike solo practitioner firms.
Our Comprehensive Support
✓ Face to face meetings are offered as standard and remote means where necessary.
✓ Round Table Meetings (RTMs) are included as part of our core service offer.
✓ Support Plans focused on alternative options with precision and detail.
✓ Family and professional consultations with all relevant stakeholders.
✓ Detailed reports meet the Civil Procedure Rule (CPR) standards.
✓ Multi-agency collaboration with partner agencies.
Why Use Nova Care Consultants to Lead Your COP DOL?
Regulated professionals with the UK health and care state regulatory bodies.
Multi-disciplinary approach combining social work and wellbeing.
Nationwide coverage across England and Wales.
Enhanced DBS clearance for all staff members.
