James Urquhart-Burton

Head of Continuing Healthcare Claims

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James is an experienced elderly client solicitor with a deep understanding of the legal challenges faced by older individuals and their families. As a specialist in NHS Continuing Healthcare Funding, he expertly guides families through the assessment and appeals process, helping them secure the funding they are entitled to. He also assists in recovering wrongly paid care fees and supports families in claiming funding for loved ones who were eligible but did not receive it before passing away. Passionate about advocating for clients’ rights, James is dedicated to achieving life-changing results. A standout moment in his career was securing an NHS Continuing Healthcare Funding award through an Independent Review Panel, leading to a £350,000 restitution payment for wrongly paid care costs. Outside of work, James enjoys cooking, spending time with family and friends, and traveling to Spain to refine his Spanish language skills—a passion he developed while earning his degree in Spanish.

  • Regulated by: The Solicitors Regulation Authority

  • Regulator ID: 500137

  • Based in Leeds, West Yorkshire
  • Licensed for 13 years

Accepting new clients via ReviewSolicitors

James is an experienced elderly client solicitor with a deep understanding of the legal challenges faced by older individuals and their families. As a specialist in NHS Continuing Healthcare Funding, he expertly guides families through the assessment and appeals process, helping them secure the funding they are entitled to. He also assists in recovering wrongly paid care fees and supports families in claiming funding for loved ones who were eligible but did not receive it before passing away. Passionate about advocating for clients’ rights, James is dedicated to achieving life-changing results. A standout moment in his career was securing an NHS Continuing Healthcare Funding award through an Independent Review Panel, leading to a £350,000 restitution payment for wrongly paid care costs. Outside of work, James enjoys cooking, spending time with family and friends, and traveling to Spain to refine his Spanish language skills—a passion he developed while earning his degree in Spanish.

  • Regulated by: The Solicitors Regulation Authority

  • Regulator ID: 500137

  • Based in Leeds, West Yorkshire
  • Licensed for 13 years

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Experience

  • Simpson Millar LLP

    Non-member Partner

    Until February 2020

  • Ridley And Hall Legal Limited

    Designated Partner

    Until January 2025

Languages spoken

  • EN English
  • SP Spanish

Opening hours

Monday 08:45–17:30
Tuesday 08:45–17:30
Wednesday 08:45–17:30
Thursday 08:45–17:30
Friday 08:45–17:30
Saturday (Closed)
Sunday (Closed)

112 Street Lane, Leeds, LS8 2AL

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Elaine H

Healthcare Law

James Urquhart-Burton

I was incredibly lucky to have found then appoint James Urquhart-Burton in October 2025 to assist with my Mam’s CHC funding and from the first point of contact have been impressed, not only with James’ knowledge, professional manner, responsiveness and empathy, but the diligent and tenacious way in which all communications have been delivered, very clear and succinct. My issue with the local ICB is ongoing, yet during this time of great uncertainty, and obvious stress, feel confident in the reassuring support James is providing. James, you have gone above and beyond for us so far and are an absolute gem. Winstons and my Mam and I are so, so fortunate to have you as our Solicitor. Thank you.

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Rachel

Healthcare Law

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I could not recommend highly enough James at Winston’s Solicitors. He has been professional, understanding and supportive throughout. Excellent communication, which was always timely and clear. The continuing health care funding process is extremely complicated to navigate alone but with James’ knowledge and support it took a great deal of stress out of it. Thank you!

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Annette

Healthcare Law

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I engaged Mr James Urquhart-Burton to act for me in relation to a CHC decicion with regard to my mother's declining condition (due to Alzheimers disease). A decision that I felt was unfair and was worth challenging. I knew that I would need the support of someone who was familiar with all the processes and policies and working with James confirmed that he knows "his stuff" in this field. James proved to be expert in extracting relevant information from my statements in order to take the matter to formal appeal where, between his knowledge of the system and my records and familiarity with my mum's situation, we managed to reverse the negative decision made by the NHS Assessor. We, as a family, are very grateful for the legal support we had from James in this matter.

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Terence

Healthcare Law

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I can only praise the care and advice provided by James in respect of the possibility of obtaining NHS Continuing Health Care for my relative. Unlike the most advertised company offering the service, I was not asked to pay for their complete service in advance. Winston charged me on a time spent basis. This meant that having evaluated my case and concluded, after consultation with me, that the chances of sucess were slim to nothing, I only had to pay a fraction of the price quoted and asked for by the TV advertised comapny. I would reccomend them to anyone.

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Christian Thomas

Healthcare Law

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From the first call to the final resolution in reclaiming my Mums care fees, James has been very clear and honest in his communication through out the process. Reclaiming care fees is not easy to do but with his expertise and knowledge he was able to complete the process in the time outlined despite the various obstacles put in the way by the people we were dealing with. Would fully recommend as a company to work with

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Excellent support with a CHC case - James Urquhart-Burton took time to listen to our situation, helped us focus on the relevant issues, and explained the process clearly. His guidance gave us confidence that the case was being properly prepared ahead of the MDT meeting. We felt supported throughout and were grateful for the care, professionalism and attention to detail shown by James and the wider team. I would happily recommend him and Winston Solicitors to anyone dealing with a CHC matter.

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