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RWK Goodman—Joy Davies

02 December 2024
Categories: Movers & Shakers , Profession
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Partner joins the compensation protection unit in Bath
Joy Davies has joined RWK Goodman as a partner in the Compensation Protection Unit.

Joy has joined RWK Goodman from Hugh James and comes to the firm with significant experience in Court of Protection matters and working with vulnerable clients and their families. Her experience covers all aspects of deputyships and personal injury trusts including working closely with the family, case manager and multidisciplinary team,  employing care teams, purchasing and adapting property, as well as liaising with the financial adviser to invest what are typically multi-million-pound damages awards.

Joy is a member of the Court of Protection Practitioners Association and is also a volunteer for various injury charities. Joy supports in fundraising work for a multitude of charities including Headway, Silverlining, Moss Rose Cottage, Horratios Garden Wales, Rookwood Spur, Cerebral Palsy Cymru and Ronald McDonald House.

Joy commented: 'I am delighted to join RWK Goodman’s Compensation Protection team. It’s an exciting time to be joining the firm and the growing team. I look forward to developing client relationships and working with the team in supporting the continued growth of the practice and firm.'

Commenting on her appointment, Tracy Norris-Evans, division lead for RWK Goodman’s injury division said: 'We are thrilled to welcome Joy to our Compensation Protection team. Joy’s broad and extensive experience, along with her dedication to improving the lives of individuals who have been seriously injured, will greatly complement our offering as a firm.'

Joy will be joining the Bath team. Commenting on her addition to the team, Maria Meek, head of the Bath Compensation Protection Unit said: 'With a growing client base, Joy is a welcome addition to the Bath team, building on our strong compensation protection team. Joy’s appointment will further enhance our offering and enable us to support more lives affected by injury.'

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