Court of Protection Norwich

Court of Protection Norwich If you are searching for solicitors with experience in matters involving the Court of Protection, Norwich, chances are you need support in navigating this complex area of law. At Simper Law, we specialise in Court of Protection work. Our Court of Protection solicitors, Norwich, combine their legal expertise with a sensitive, personal touch, and they will guide you through the process with empathy and care.

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What Do Our Solicitors For Court Of Protection, Norwich, Do?

Court of Protection solicitors like ours play a vital role in protecting the interests of those who are unable to make certain decisions for themselves. We work closely with an individual’s family and close friends to ensure that they act in their loved one’s best interests, and we step in where necessary to help resolve any issues before they escalate.

Just a few examples of the work regularly undertaken by our Court of Protection solicitors, Norwich, are as follows:

• Deputyship Applications

If someone loses mental capacity and has not put Lasting Powers of Attorney (LPAs) in place, their loved ones can apply to the Court of Protection to take on the role of ‘deputy’. Deputies are granted the power to make specific decisions on behalf of the individual concerned.

There are two types of deputyships: Property and Affairs and Personal Welfare. Property and Affairs deputyships involve the deputy making decisions relating to the individual’s financial and property affairs. Personal Welfare deputyships involve the deputy making decisions about the individual’s health and welfare, including the type of medical treatment they should receive.

Applying to be a deputy necessitates completing several forms, providing supporting information, and obtaining an assessment of mental capacity. Our Court of Protection solicitors,

Norwich, will guide you through the application process, ensuring you include everything required to give your application the best chance of success.

• Statutory Wills Applications

If someone lacks the mental capacity to make a Will or amend their existing Will, the Court of Protection can approve a ‘Statutory Will’. A ‘Statutory Will’ is a Will made on behalf of the person lacking capacity to reflect their wishes if they were able to express them.

Statutory Wills are particularly important where a person’s circumstances have changed since they made their Will, and they have lost capacity in the intervening period. For example, if all their beneficiaries have passed away, their loved ones may seek the Court of Appeal’s approval for a Statutory Will nominating new beneficiaries.

Those seeking the Court’s approval will need to complete a number of forms and provide various types of evidence, including a copy of the individual’s existing Will if they have one, details of their assets and income, their family details, and medical evidence of their lack of capacity. In some cases, the Court may insist on a hearing before agreeing to the proposed Statutory Will.

Our Court Of Protection solicitors, Norwich, have extensive experience in Statutory Wills applications. We will advise you on the evidence required in your situation and assist you in gathering it. We will make the necessary application on your behalf and represent you at any Court hearing.

• Contested Applications and Disputes

Not all matters before the Court of Protection are amicably agreed upon by all parties. Sometimes, disputes arise, and when they do, they must be carefully managed to prevent them from escalating into expensive, lengthy litigation.

Examples of the types of disputes that can arise in connection with Court of Protection matters include the following:

Disputes over who should be appointed to act as a deputy
Disputes over how someone is managing the individual’s finances
Disputes over a deputy’s health and welfare decisions, such as what medical care the individual should receive
Disputes over the contents of a proposed Statutory Will
Disputes over the individual’s capacity to make their own decisions

Our Court of Protection solicitors, Norwich, regularly advise clients involved in Court of Protection disputes. We always seek to settle disputes of this nature as quickly and cost-effectively as possible to keep our clients’ costs as low as possible and preserve important personal relationships.

Who Choose Our Solicitors For Court Of Protection, Norwich?

Court of Protection work requires not only a deep understanding of the relevant law and procedures, but also a human touch. Our Court of Protection solicitors, Norwich, understand that their clients often seek their assistance at difficult periods of their lives, when they are at their most vulnerable, or when trying to do what is best for a loved one. We take the time to get to know each and every one of our clients and do all we can to put them at ease. We are approachable and friendly, and we will support you from the start of your matter until its conclusion.