Court of Protection
Every day, ordinary people find themselves caring for, or having to make decisions for someone else, perhaps due to age, illness, or accident.
Acting for someone who has lost capacity, or perhaps challenging care or care home funding arrangements is complex, which is why you need an expert.
We also specialise in making applications to the Court of Protection on behalf of clients, such as helping to appoint someone to manage a person’s financial affairs if needed.
Talk to the experts – Wilson Browne Solicitors. All the help you need.
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Court Of Protection – An Overview
The Court of Protection protects people unable to make decisions for themselves, relating to property, finances or personal welfare -
Court Of Protection – Deputyship and Attorneys
Care Home Fees, Deputyship and Court Of Protection. There are lots of reasons why you may be caring for someone – old age, illness, accident and other reasons. Our experts can guide and reassure you. -
Court of Protection v Power of Attorney: What’s the difference?
A Power of Attorney is made by a person with mental capacity; In preparation for a time in the future that you might need help making decisions about your finances or health and care decisions. You choose who you want to do this for you and appoint them under a Power of Attorney. -
Court of Protection – Frequently asked question
Wikipedia describes the Court of Protection as having "jurisdiction over the property, financial affairs and personal welfare of people who lack mental capacity to make decisions for themselves". What are the important things people should know? -
Making A Will When Someone Has Lost Capacity
If a loved one lacks the capacity to manage their finances and affairs, then they may also lack the capacity to make a Will. To make a Will an individual must have testamentary capacity. How can you ensure their finances are in order. -
Services We Offer To Attorneys
If you have been appointed as an Attorney for either property and financial affairs or health and welfare, there are specific duties you must comply with. -
Services We Offer To A Deputy
When someone lacks capacity and can no longer make decisions for themselves, the Court of Protection can appoint a deputy.
