Professional legal support for individuals who lack capacity and those acting on their behalf.
What Is Court of Protection Work?
Q: What does Court of Protection work involve?
The Court of Protection is a specialist court that makes decisions for people who are unable to make certain decisions for themselves because they lack mental capacity. It can appoint someone known as a deputy to manage a person’s finances or property, and it can also give families or professionals the authority they need to act on a loved one’s behalf.
Court of Protection work includes helping families apply for deputyship, supporting people who need authority to manage a relative’s financial affairs, and assisting with decisions about care, property and long‑term arrangements. We also help with wider issues such as safeguarding assets and providing ongoing support for vulnerable individuals.
How Can You Help With Powers of Attorney?
Q: What are Lasting Powers of Attorney and why are they important?
A Lasting Power of Attorney (LPA) is a legal document that allows someone you trust to make decisions on your behalf if you become unable to do so. LPAs can cover financial matters, health and care decisions and day‑to‑day arrangements. Preparing them in advance ensures that your affairs are managed according to your wishes and avoids unnecessary court applications later.
What Is Capacity Advice?
Q: What does capacity mean in legal terms?
Capacity refers to a person’s ability to make a specific decision at a given time. We can advise whether someone has the capacity to manage their property, finances or care needs, and guide you through the steps required if capacity becomes a concern. This may involve working with medical professionals and ensuring decisions are made lawfully and in that person’s best interests.
Do You Assist With Deputyship Applications?
Q: What if someone can no longer manage their affairs?
If a person loses capacity without an LPA in place, we can help you apply to the Court of Protection for a deputyship order. This gives a trusted person, often a family member, the legal authority to manage finances, property and decisions on behalf of the individual who lacks capacity. We also handle applications where a professional deputy is required.
Do You Act as Professional Deputies or Attorneys?
Q: Can Bone & Payne manage affairs on an ongoing basis?
Yes. Our experienced team regularly act as professional deputies or attorneys where appropriate. This provides long‑term stability and ensures that financial affairs, property matters and legal decisions are handled responsibly, transparently and in the individual’s best
What Other Court of Protection Applications Can You Help With?
Q: Can you assist with more complex or specialist COP matters?
Yes. We can assist with a range of additional applications, including:
- Statutory Wills
- Removal or replacement of deputies or attorneys
- Authority for specific decisions (e.g. property sales)
- Directions from the Court where there is a dispute or concern
How Do You Support Families with Care and Long Term Planning?
What support is available for care decisions?
We support families with planning for long‑term care, including advice on funding, future arrangements and protecting assets. Our aim is to guide you through the process with clarity and reassurance, helping ensure decisions are lawful, appropriate and in the individual’s best interests.
Why Choose Bone & Payne for Court of Protection Work?
