Specialist advice on disputes involving Lasting Powers of Attorney or the Court of Protection
When a loved one loses the capacity to make decisions for themselves, someone will need to be appointed to make those decisions for them. If they had registered a Lasting Power of Attorney when they still had capacity, the person they chose would step in. If an LPA was not registered, the Court of Protection would usually appoint a deputy.
In either case, when they make decisions on behalf of the person who has lost capacity (referred to as the donor), they must do so with the donor’s best interests in mind. If you are concerned about who has been appointed an Attorney or Deputy, you are worried about their decisions, or there is a disagreement between Attorneys, then we can help.
If there are concerns about the actions of an Attorney or Deputy, then these can be raised. Often, these concerns are about the decisions being made about the donor’s medical treatment, care, or where they live. Alternatively, there could be concerns about the handling of their finances, how they are being managed, spent, or invested.
Sometimes, there are more serious concerns involving an Attorney or Deputy who is acting in their own interests instead of those of the donor. If an attorney or deputy spends a donor’s money as if it were their own, then this is considered financial abuse and is a very serious crime.
If you have any concerns about the actions of an Attorney or Deputy or if you are defending a claim made against you, we have the expertise to help you. We have a wealth of experience supporting families in protecting their loved ones’ best interests, so do not hesitate to get advice on how best to protect yours.
We understand the importance of having clear information and transparency about the cost of your legal advice.
Details of our pricing will always be provided from the outset. Once our team understands your legal needs, you will receive a detailed summary of the expected cost, as well as any payment options available. Please contact us to find out more.
For any questions regarding attorney & deputy dispute services, please call 01865 594265 or email us at hello@hedgeslaw.co.uk, for a friendly, no obligation discussion.
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