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Unfortunately, some children will not develop the mental capacity to make decisions by the time they turn 18 due to health conditions, learning difficulties, or other needs.

This can affect them in different ways. Whilst some people may be able to manage their physical needs independently, others may struggle to handle their finances or remain vulnerable to financial abuse.

A parent or guardian will have the legal authority to manage a child’s decisions and finances until they turn 18. After this, they may need to apply for Deputyship to continue making these decisions. As applications for Deputyship can take around 12 months, it is important to consider preparing for this before they reach this age.

Deputyship applications can be made in anticipation of the child turning 18 and Lawson West are experts at arranging such applications. If you want to discuss Deputyship, or discover your options, call us on 0116 212 1000.

Phoebe Skarlatos

How Can Lawson West Help You?

When you are making decisions for family members and loved ones who have lost or started on their journey of failing mental capacity, you need experienced solicitors who are knowledgeable about the issues and challenges ahead.

Our skilled and highly qualified solicitors are experts in supporting the vulnerable and their relatives with legal advice and Court of Protection procedures, ensuring an individual’s financial affairs and health and wellbeing needs are secure and appropriate for the long term.

Whether it is a Lasting Power of Attorney issue, Deputyship, or other advice, our highly-qualified team of professionals are dependable and supportive. We look forward to helping you.

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Great client service is at the centre of our thinking, it’s embodied into how we train and develop our staff, how we help our clients and how we advise and assist people and business owners with their legal needs.

Our Core Values are Welcoming, Confident, Supportive, Knowledgeable and Dependable and we aim for clients to have a positive experience with Lawson West Solicitors.

Evidence of our great client service can be seen in the reviews and testimonials we regularly receive. We are always pleased to receive great reviews because it means our clients are happy with the service we provide, and it shows that we deliver on our core values, we don’t just talk about them. We really welcome client feedback and hope you enjoy reading some of the latest testimonials throughout this website.

I felt relaxed and unhurried and I was spoken to in a caring and kind manner, and an understanding way.

Mrs C

My daughter and I were dealing with Vicky Jones, she explained things very clearly to us and she was kind and caring.

Mrs M

Friendly and polite, explained things clearly.

Mrs S

Phoebe Skarlatos who was very understanding and helpful.

Mrs S, Wigston

Having a local office meant there was no need for long telephone calls.

Mr & Mrs W, Wigston, Leicester
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