Navigating the Court of Protection deputy process

Becoming a deputy is an important responsibility as it involves managing someone’s affairs when they are no longer able to do so themselves due to mental incapacity. At Porter Dodson we are here to guide and support you through the entire process of applying to be a deputy.

There are two types of deputies:

Deputy for Property and Financial Affairs.
Deputy for Personal Welfare

The type of deputyship you are given will depend on the individual circumstances of you and the vulnerable person. It can be a complex and stressful process but at Porter Dodson our expert team can make the process as easy as possible for you.

Advising deputies and attorneys in their roles

Managing the financial and welfare affairs of a loved one can be difficult and stressful. Our experienced and compassionate team can provide you with advice and assistance to make being a deputy or attorney as easy as possible.

We can help you in many of your duties including:

Completing and submitting your annual report to the Office of the Public Guardian;
Assessing state benefits;
Liaising with financial institutions;
Paying for care;
Making decisions about care and accommodation;
Applying for one off decisions from the Court of Protection ;
Statutory Wills.

How can we help?

We have a specialist team with a wealth of experience in Court of Protection matters. We can also draw on specialisms from across the firm including our Trust, Probate and Contentious Teams. Our firm’s values of striving for excellence, being supportive and approachable, mean we provide exceptional client care and can guide you through the process.

I have used Porter Dodson over very many years. Their level of personal service, professionalism and understanding is incomparable. I would be very happy to recommend and appoint Porter Dodson for any legal advice. In particular I would like to express my personal thanks to Vicki Thyer who has advised, guided me and given me such confidence through several matters but very recently the recent probate of my late Father. I cannot thank you enough.

Andrew

It has always been a great pleasure to deal with Marie as she is friendly, warm and courteous and what is more, she has always responded promptly to my emails as well as answering any queries I may have had in a most helpful and reassuring manner which I have very much appreciated. Based on my recent experience, I wouldn't hesitate to recommend Marie's professional services.

Catherine

As Executor for my late husband ‘s will, I have been impressed by the service I have received from Porter Dodson Solicitors Wellington. Without exception, I have been treated with courtesy and kindness by the staff members I have had contact with throughout the process of obtaining Grant of Probate. Their professionalism is outstanding and I have been kept informed throughout. I have no hesitation in using their services in the future should the occasion arise. I felt their fees are reasonable and kept to the minimum where possible.

Judith

Ellice was very helpful and professional, she guided us through each stage of the documents that we completed and was very patient with us.

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