The Court of Protection can appoint individuals, called Deputies, to manage the affairs of someone who lacks the mental capacity to make decisions themselves (referred to as “P”). This may include managing finances, making a Will on P’s behalf, or deciding on medical treatment and the sale of property. At Lawson West Solicitors, our experienced Court of Protection team, based in Leicester and Market Harborough, is here to help you navigate the Court process with confidence and care. We specialise in: Deputyship applications (for both financial affairs and personal welfare), One-off orders, Gifting applications, Trustee appointments, Challenging Deputy appointments, Disputing decisions made by an Attorney, and Professional Deputyship appointments. Whether you want to be appointed as a Deputy or are facing a complex dispute, we’re here to guide you every step of the way.
At Lawson West Solicitors, our specialist team can act as Professional Deputies, stepping in to manage the affairs of individuals who lack mental capacity when there is no suitable family member or friend to do so. We also provide support through our Probate, Wills and Trusts Team, who can assist with the creation of Powers of Attorney for individuals who have mental capacity and wish to plan for the future. With over 40 years of legal expertise, Lawson West is proud to support vulnerable clients and their families with compassionate, expert guidance through the Court of Protection process. When you choose Lawson West Solicitors, you’re in safe and experienced hands.
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A recent article in the Times newspaper stated that five prosecutions a week are being brought due to alleged abuse through a Lasting Power of Attorney. They also quoted a figure of over 2,000 cases a year being investigated. But although this sounds high, it is suspected that 1 in 6 Lasting Powers of Attorney will be abused.
A recent announcement means that judges will no longer have to be consulted to withdraw the treatment of a minimally conscious patient if both the patients’ family and the patient’s medical professionals are all in agreement. This decision has been a long time coming with people both for and against the decision.
