Photo of POhWER Trustee Alex Cisneros Alex Cisneros is a specialist mental capacity and mental health barrister. He acts in complex cases involving exceptionally vulnerable clients and has been recognised as a ‘Leading Junior’ in various industry awards and directories.

Alex has advised several government departments and overseas territories about mental health and mental capacity law. Alex is currently pursuing a part-time PhD exploring changes to the deprivation of liberty safeguards in England and Wales.

Quote from Alex:

"I am delighted to be a member of POhWER’s Board of Trustees. POhWER is well recognised by the legal profession and judiciary for its person centred approach and professionalism. I am excited to contribute to the next chapter of its important work.”