Hugh Jones is a nationally recognised leader in his field of Court of Protection and Private Client work.  He has worked in this field for over 30 years and his expertise as a Court of Protection Deputy is such that he now has a very substantial expert witness practice, where he is regularly asked to provide advice and statements on all aspects of Court of Protection practice, costs and mental capacity issues by more than 35 specialist PI and Clinical Negligence firms, nationally.

Hugh is included in the 'Hall of Fame' by the Legal 500 2024 and 2025,  the accolade reserved for 'lawyers at the very top of the profession, widely known and respected by peers and clients for their longstanding involvement in market-leading work 'and awarded 'Senior Statesperson' status in Chambers 2025, which said:

"Hugh is very impressive in every regard."

"He has a longstanding reputation and a wonderful way with clients."

In September 2019, Hugh was awarded the prestigious lifetime achievement award by the judges of the STEP Private Client awards.

Hugh was named Manchester Law Society's Partner of the year in 2014.

 In the Legal 500 2017 to 2023, Hugh was named as a leading individual

Legal 500 2023 - ‘Hugh Jones is a niche firm offering specialist services around Court of Protection work. They are the go-to firm in this field. They are leading experts on this and the service is absolutely first rate.'

‘Hugh Jones is a leader in his field – a great jovial personality with a wealth of knowledge and expertise which he shares with all of his personnel.’ - client testimonials, Legal 500 2021

In the Legal 500 2020, - 'Practice head Hugh Jones' 'breadth of knowledge and common sense' set him apart from competitors'

‘We have been involved with this firm for over 30 years and Hugh Jones has been nothing less than outstanding. The team supporting him have picked up the baton and have been of the highest quality.’

In the Legal 500 2019, - Hugh Jones  has a ‘depth of experience that is outstanding; he always ensures that his clients’ capacity is addressed’.

Hugh is a member of the panel of Deputies appointed by the Court of Protection to manage the affairs of someone who has lost capacity.  Hugh assists many special interest groups for children with learning disabilities and many local and national charities.  He provides help including a large number of Wills for parents of learning disabled children.

Hugh is a nationally recognised expert and eminent speaker on all aspects of provisions for the learning disabled, mental incapacity and the Court of Protection. He is a member of:

• Society of Trust and Estate Practitioners (STEP)
• Solicitors for the Elderly (SFE)
• Office of the Public Guardian’s panel of Deputies