A Deputy is responsible for acting and making decisions on behalf of a person who lacks the mental capacity to make the decisions themselves.
There are two types of Deputy:
1. A Deputy for property and affairs who looks after the personal finances and property of somebody who lacks the capacity to look after their own affairs.
2. A Deputy for personal welfare who looks after an incapacitated person’s health and welfare.
The Court order appointing the Deputy will set out what decisions the Deputy can make and any decisions must be made in accordance with the principles set down in the Mental Capacity Act 2005.
How we can help
We can advise on and assist with the Court's requirements for making an application to the Court of Protection:
• Completion of all relevant paperwork
• Obtaining the necessary medical evidence
• Lodging the application
We can also assist in certain aspects of Deputyship general management, including:
• The sale and purchase of property
• Employment of staff
• Completion of annual tax returns
• Deputyship accounts
Where there is no one able, suitable or willing to take on the responsibilities of a Deputy the Court can appoint a professional person to this role. Our professional deputies can act in cases where there is no other person available or willing to do so. Cases are considered on an individual basis.
We can guide you through the legal process, providing straightforward, practical, cost-effective advice.
Our Fees
We offer a 15 minute Free First Advice service.
As the reasonable costs of appointing a Deputy are payable from the funds of the incapacitated person this also means we would not usually ask for any upfront costs from you.
