About Us
We are two experienced lawyers having worked in law for a combined period of over 50 years.
We have a passion for acting for and empowering vulnerable clients who are unable to make decisions for themselves.
Having both held longstanding senior positions in a corporate firm, we felt it was time for change and took an opportunity to open our own niche practice in an area of law that we love working in. We knew that it would mean we would have the time to focus on what really matters: our clients and their journeys.
Our clients are individuals who have suffered from traumatic or acquired brain injuries as a result of an illness or injury. We act for clients nationwide.

The name Apricity derives from the latin word “Apricitas” meaning the warmth of the sun in winter.
The word embodies our values of compassion, respect and empowerment. We wanted to set up a practice that stood out from others in its approachable and personable feel.
We have both worked together for over a decade and understand each other’s best qualities and also quirks – making us a great team.
Who We Are

Asha Beswetherick
With over 20 years of experience in the legal profession, Asha has built up a wealth of knowledge as a specialist in the Court of Protection. She has a particular focus on supporting clients who have lost capacity following a traumatic event. She understands the significant challenges a complex brain injury can have on the entire family and appreciates the need to ensure both her clients, and their families are supported through what can often be a challenging time with both complex and lengthy injury claims and also with the Court of Protection.
Asha Beswetherick
With over 20 years of experience in the legal profession, Asha has built up a wealth of knowledge as a specialist in the Court of Protection. She has a particular focus on supporting clients who have lost capacity following a traumatic event. She understands the significant challenges a complex brain injury can have on the entire family and appreciates the need to ensure both her clients, and their families are supported through what can often be a challenging time with both complex and lengthy injury claims and also with the Court of Protection.
Asha has a superb ability to build strong relationships based on mutual trust and understanding. She takes the time to work with her clients and their families to ensure she is well placed to support them to have a voice and to achieve the best outcomes – ensuring her clients remain at the centre of all decisions. Her compassion and empathy mean she has a passion to discover solutions that work with the needs of each individual client.
Asha is widely considered to be an expert in this field. She serves on the committee for the Professional Deputies Forum working hard to support the professional Deputy community with training and education, developing relationships with various stakeholders including the Court of Protection and continually driving to develop and maintain standards of excellence.
Asha is regularly asked to speak at conferences and webinars including the Law Society, Estate Research and to provide training to case managers.
Asha’s experience with cases include supporting several young clients achieve lifelong accommodation suitable for their needs through adaptations and build projects. Asha acts for a young girl who was injured in a road traffic accident aged 3, working closely with her family and carers to empower her cultural beliefs, wishes and feelings where she cannot always voice them herself.
In her spare time between being a busy mum of two, Asha enjoys spending time going for coastal walks with her family and dog, Ralphie and exploring hidden gems on the south-west coast.
- Recognised as an Associate to Watch in Chambers & Partners in 2024
- Ranked in Chambers & Partners in 2024 and 2025 under Court of Protection

Stacey Bryant
Stacey is a highly experienced lawyer with over 35 years of experience in her field. Court of Protection work is her passion and Stacey will always work tirelessly to put client’s best interests first and foremost.
Stacey previously headed up a large Court of Protection team of over 35 people and has acted as Deputy for many clients with a wide variety of complex needs. Stacey’s aptitude to finding a creative solution to what may seem like an impossible situation makes her stand out to her clients and all that work with her.
Stacey Bryant
Stacey is a highly experienced lawyer with over 35 years of experience in her field. Court of Protection work is her passion and Stacey will always work tirelessly to put client’s best interests first and foremost.
Stacey previously headed up a large Court of Protection team of over 35 people and has acted as Deputy for many clients with a wide variety of complex needs. Stacey’s aptitude to finding a creative solution to what may seem like an impossible situation makes her stand out to her clients and all that work with her.
Stacey was appointed as financial Deputy for a young client (P) who has complex needs arising from a brain injury sustained in a road traffic accident as a child. She was highly vulnerable and had been subject to grooming type behaviours. Stacey identified the need for comprehensive capacity assessments to be undertaken in several domains including care, residence, social media and relations with others. Challenges were experienced in these issues being addressed promptly by statutory services resulting in Stacey issuing an application in the Court of Protection. The end result was a detailed set of capacity assessments forming the basis of a comprehensive and person-centred care plan. Ultimately, this meant P was able to access the support she required, and it provided for appropriate reviews to ensure it recognised the necessity for adjustments as P matured and her needs changed. The litigation team subsequently secured a settlement in P’s compensation claim resulting in an award of over £27m meaning there are sufficient funds to support P with the care and therapy she needs over her lifetime.
Straightforward yet compassionate in her approach, Stacey excels to navigate strategies and decisions whilst collaborating with clients and their multi-disciplinary teams to ensure their interests are empowered.
Stacey is regularly instructed to provide expert evidence on Court of Protection matters.
She volunteers as a member of BABCIM Council, offering her expertise to the community of case managers. Stacey is also regularly asked to speak at conferences and webinars relating to Deputyship and Mental Capacity matters.
Stacey is the current Chair and a Director of the Professional Deputy Forum (PDF). Stacey has been instrumental during her time as Chair in leading the direction of the profession by working with the PDF committee to ensure members are well informed of recent case law developments. Stacey also supported a sub committee in launching the first ever accreditation scheme for Court of Protection lawyers specialising in Court of Protection work. This scheme is aimed at promoting the provision of specialist Court of Protection services and supporting the next generation of lawyers to receive the training and education they need to best support their clients.
Devon born and bred, Stacey enjoys her time walking on the coast with her family and will always enter into a debate on whether it is “jam or cream first”!
- Named as a Notable Practitioner since 2022 in Chambers & Partners
- Named as a Leading Partner in Legal 500
We are recognised within the practice area of court of protection for excelling at what we do, and we are really looking forward to starting a special venture that benefits both our clients and all those who work with us.
Warm wishes.
Testimonials
“Stacey Bryant has a particular eye for detail. She is a real person, building strong bonds and empathetic relationships with her clients. Her boundless enthusiasm and positive energy translates to her whole team.”
“Stacey is an excellent lawyer with an amazing way of managing people through a difficult time”
“She is very approachable, supportive and knowledgeable”
“Asha is great, I’d use her if I needed a deputy”
“An excellent practitioner. Her ability to build rapport and provide a first class service makes her stand out in her field”
“In Stacey Bryant and Asha Beswetherick they have two outstanding people who combine in-depth knowledge with outstanding service. They build deep connections with the families they serve and work collaboratively to achieve their goals”
“Stacey Bryant has a particular eye for detail. She is a real person, building strong bonds and empathetic relationships with her clients. Her boundless enthusiasm and positive energy translates to her whole team.”
“She is really client focused and very friendly”
“An excellent practitioner. Her ability to build rapport and provide a first class service makes her stand out in her field”
“Asha is great, I’d use her if I needed a deputy”
“In Stacey Bryant and Asha Beswetherick they have two outstanding people who combine in-depth knowledge with outstanding service. They build deep connections with the families they serve and work collaboratively to achieve their goals”
“Stacey is an excellent lawyer with an amazing way of managing people through a difficult time”
“She is very approachable, supportive and knowledgeable”
“She is really client focused and very friendly”
“Bryant has extensive experience of supporting clients who lack capacity following a traumatic acquired injury.”
“In Stacey Bryant and Asha Beswetherick they have two outstanding people who combine in-depth knowledge with outstanding service. They build deep connections with the families they serve and work collaboratively to achieve their goals”
“Stacey Bryant has a particular eye for detail. She is a real people person, building strong bonds and empathetic relationships with her clients. Her boundless enthusiasm and positive energy translates to her whole team.”
“We are particularly impressed with the knowledge of Stacey Bryant and Asha Beswetherick...”