COURT OF PROTECTION: HEALTH & WELFARE

Court of Protection work is a specialist area of law that provides the tools for decisions to be made about a person who does not have capacity to make decisions for themselves.

The Court of Protection is a specialist court that helps to protect vulnerable individuals who lack the capacity to deal with their own affairs. An individual may lack capacity for a number of reasons including but not limited to:

• Differing types of Dementia
• Learning difficulties - mild or severe
• Brain injury - this may be from birth or, for example, as a result of medical negligence or other incidents

Sometimes disputes arise regarding what is in a relative’s best interests. For example, there may be family disagreement about what sort of care a relative requires, or whether their needs would be met in a care home setting. Perhaps there is a safeguarding issue or decisions need to be made regarding with whom an individual can have contact.

HOW WE CAN HELP

Our knowledgeable solicitors offer practical, easy-to-understand advice with sensitivity and care. We work with each client to provide the best possible advice, helping our clients to find a solution that is right for them.

We provide assistance with the following issues:

• Deprivation of Liberty Safeguards (DOLS)
• s21A Objections to Placements
• s16 Personal Welfare Orders

If an application needs to be taken to the Court of Protection, our Health & Welfare solicitors are able to guide you through the process with a calm and practiced hand.

During proceedings, the Court may ask for alternative placements or care packages to be investigated, Statements obtained from third parties or a review or records to be undertaken. Ramsdens solicitors will efficiently undertake all tasks required by the litigation process, leaving you free to focus on what is really important.

WHY CHOOSE RAMSDENS?

Ramsdens solicitors is ranked in the prestigious Legal 500. We have the knowledge and expertise required to assist you with all Court of Protection Health & Welfare related issues.

Our team understand the sensitive nature of such cases and will endeavour to treat your case with the utmost care.