courts of protection and mental health
Our members appear regularly in the Court of Protection dealing with disputes over the welfare and property of adults lacking capacity under the Mental Capacity Act 2005, and in the High Court dealing with ‘inherent jurisdiction’ cases. We receive instructions from local authorities, primary and hospital care trusts, family members and the Official Solicitor.
Covering a wide range of specialised areas of the law
The areas of law covered by our experienced practitioners include the following:
- Disputes over residence and contact
- Medical treatment decisions
- Deprivation of liberty
- Forced marriages
- Appointment of deputies
- Court of Protection orders
- Property and affairs
- Charging for services
- Powers of attorney (including enduring and lasting powers of attorney)
Please contact us
From sensitive medical issues to the interpretation of Court of Protection rules, we can help you with all aspects of Court of Protection and mental health law. Please contact us for more information.
