Mental Capacity and the Court Of Protection

When people are unable to help make their own decisions due to a lack of mental capacity, then the Court of Protection is there to administer their affairs.

Worried about making an application to the Court?

The Court of Protection is a High Court division, and applications can appear intimidating, impersonal and complex. So as well as handling the formalities of Court applications, we also offer you practical and reassuring advice for:

• Dealing with the Court
• Implementing the Orders that the Court can make
• In what is already a difficult and testing time, we aim to:
• Make matters straightforward and simple for you
• Minimise your worry and concern

Our full range of experience and expertise

• Our expert team has a wealth of experience in advising clients, and guiding them through the process of applying to the Court.

Slade Legal’s services include:

• Guiding you through the initial stages of considering the capacity of a loved one or next of kin
• Managing the process of making application to the Court
• Helping with the administration of a Patient’s affairs
• Making applications to the Court on your behalf to deal with property and welfare issues

To speak to a member of our wills, probate and inheritance tax planning team directly, please call:

• Wallingford Slade Legal  to speak with Geoff Randall on 01491 529663 or Marina Smith on 01491 529664
• Didcot Slade Legal to speak to Michael Swan on 01235 511211 
• Abingdon Slade Legal to speak to William Cowan on 01235 521920