Court of Protection

There are many reasons why the loss of mental capacity of a relative or friend can cause concern. Their ability to manage affairs can be lessened by consequences of dementia, learning difficulties, accident or simply because they are not yet old enough.

It can be very distressing if someone who holds a power of attorney is not acting correctly or you fear that someone you care for is being financially abused.

The Court of Protection can step in to assist those who can no longer look after themselves.  This is where we can help, by acting in cases where applications are made to the Court for orders typically as follows:

• For a decision to be made about some specific aspect of the patient’s life and/or affairs
• For the appointment of a Deputy to stand in for the patient or child and deal with all of their financial affairs and/or welfare on their behalf and in their best interests
• For the removal of an attorney who is abusing their position
• For a Will to be made on behalf of the patient
• Rejecting the registration of a power of attorney to someone unsuitable

The rules governing applications to the Court of Protection can be complex and the process itself time-consuming. We will give you proper advice and can prepare any of these applications for you. We can also act as a professional Deputy if required.