Helena McHugh

Helena McHugh is a Court of Protection Solicitor at Irwin Mitchell since January 2023 and also serves as a mentor at The University of Law. Previous experience includes a role as a Trainee Solicitor at Swayne Johnson Solicitors, focusing on the Court of Protection and Private Client departments, where management of deputyship clients' affairs was a key responsibility. Helena's legal career commenced as a Court of Protection Paralegal at Jackson Lees Group, contributing to client communication, financial management, and departmental initiatives. Additional experience spans positions as a Litigation Paralegal and Administrative Assistant, along with various work placements providing exposure to family law, probate, and court procedures. Helena holds an LPC MSc in Law, Business and Management from The University of Law and a Bachelor of Laws (LLB) from Cardiff University.