Gerard is the Head of Health and a partner in the firm, specialising in advising organisations in the health sector on their public law and regulatory obligations and issues. His work covers interpreting statute, supporting system re-organisations, advising on governance, supporting our health regulatory clients work, providing advice on information law matters, advising on mental health law issues and advising our international health clients. 

Gerard is a public law and regulatory partner and is recognised by the NHS, Chambers and Legal 500 as one of the leading experts on public law and regulatory issues, especially relating to governance, system reorganisation and development, information law, and regulatory issues on health and life sciences. Chambers states that - He is described by clients as the "perfect combination of really knowledgeable but also really personable." Sources note that "he is very approachable, understands the issues well, provides sound advice and listens to what you want. He gives you a considered, measured response."

Gerard is well known for working in partnership with his clients and giving clear and pragmatic advice in plain English.