Court of Protection

If you were unable to make decisions for yourself as a result of, for instance a stroke, accident or a form of dementia and you have not made a Lasting Power of Attorney then it may become necessary for an application to be made to the Court of Protection for a person to be appointed to deal with your affairs for you.  It is often assumed that a family member or close friend would be able to take decisions for you if you were incapable but this is not the case.

The Court of Protection is a procedure whereby a person (usually a close family member but not necessarily it could be a social worker or other professional as chosen by the Courts) applies to be appointed to act on your behalf in relation to your financial affairs eg, managing your bank accounts and investments and/or your personal welfare eg, deciding where you should live or what medical treatment you should receive. Once a person is appointed they are referred to as a ‘Deputy’ and even then can only make certain decisions without having to apply back to the Court of Protection for guidance and a decision.

At Chambers Fletcher we understand that these are very difficult times for you and your family and strive to make this rather complex procedure as quick and easy as possible by completing the paperwork required on your behalf, which also includes obtaining doctors reports and dealing with the Court directly. Our dedicated team have a wealth of experience in this area and can assist you with all matters including:

• Applying to the Court Of Protection to be appointed a Deputy relating to Property and Affairs and/or Healthcare and Personal Welfare
• Objections to Court of Protection applications
• Applying to the Court of Protection on specific issues once appointed a Deputy
• Advising on accounting requirements
• Dealing with requirements of the Court on death.