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Court of Protection Applications

At Heppenstalls, we guide you through the process of making court applications, ensuring a person’s best interests are kept at the centre of the matter. Our team provides clear, professional advice and unwavering support, helping you navigate this sensitive and often complex area of law.

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When is a Court Application needed?

You might need to apply to the Court of Protection for a wide range of reasons, including making decisions about a person’s property and financial affairs, health and welfare, appointing deputies, authorising statutory wills or gifts, resolving disputes about a person’s capacity, or addressing concerns about attorneys or deputies acting under a Lasting or Enduring Power of Attorney. A Court of Protection application becomes necessary in a variety of situations. Commonly it is to appoint a Deputy, but the Court of Protection can also make decisions that are outside of an Attorney or Deputy’s powers such as gifting or some aspects of financial planning.

Our expert team will help guide you through the entire process, ensuring that the correct legal steps are taken, and your loved one’s best interests are protected.

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Why Court Applications Are Important?

Not only is the Court of Protection there to protect vulnerable individuals’ interests, but they also protect appointed Attorneys and Deputies where a decision is outside the scope of their powers, or is otherwise in dispute. The Court can provide the legal authority to make crucial decisions, ensuring both clarity and legal compliance. We’re here to help you:

Secure legal authority
Applying to the Court ensures you are legally authorised to act in the best interests of the person who lacks capacity.
Ensure decisions are in their best interests
With the Court’s guidance, you can make informed decisions regarding your loved one’s care, treatment, and financial matters.
Minimise conflicts
A formal Court order can help avoid family disputes and clarify roles and responsibilities.
Streamline the process
Our team ensures that your application is prepared thoroughly and submitted correctly, avoiding unnecessary delays and complications.
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Trusted Legal Support

Our experienced team at Heppenstalls provides full support and guidance for Court of Protection applications. From initial application to final order, we offer clear advice and practical solutions.

What Our Clients Say

We’re proud to be the legal partner of choice for so many individuals and families. Here’s what our clients have to say about working with Heppenstalls.

Exceptionally Good Service
From the first phone call with Roz we were confident that we were speaking with someone with broad knowledge and experience of Deputyship. Until the need to apply for Deputyship we knew nothing about it. Throughout the application for a Court Order Roz was supportive and professional at the same time as being a friendly contact.
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Exceptionally Good Service
From the first phone call with Roz we were confident that we were speaking with someone with broad knowledge and... Read more
From the first phone call with Roz we were confident that we were speaking with someone with broad knowledge and experience of Deputyship. Until the need to apply for Deputyship we knew nothing about it. Throughout the application for a Court Order Roz was supportive and professional at the same time as being a friendly contact. Read less
Anonymous
Thank you Roz for dealing with our LPAs so efficiently and with such kindness. Your advice was most helpful and we appreciated being kept up to date via email
Anonymous
Thank you Roz for dealing with our LPAs so efficiently and with such kindness. Your advice was most helpful and... Read more
Thank you Roz for dealing with our LPAs so efficiently and with such kindness. Your advice was most helpful and we appreciated being kept up to date via email Read less
Anonymous
It was a great pleasure to meet with you on Monday and I cannot speak too highly of your kindness, consideration, and invaluable professional help.
Anonymous
It was a great pleasure to meet with you on Monday and I cannot speak too highly of your kindness,... Read more
It was a great pleasure to meet with you on Monday and I cannot speak too highly of your kindness, consideration, and invaluable professional help. Read less
Anonymous
We used Heppenstalls to sort out my mum’s LPA. Roz was extremely helpful and efficient. She was able to come to the house which made things much easier for my parents. Roz was very compassionate during a very difficult time. We wouldn’t hesitate to recommend Heppenstalls. Thank you.
Claire C
We used Heppenstalls to sort out my mum’s LPA. Roz was extremely helpful and efficient. She was able to come... Read more
We used Heppenstalls to sort out my mum’s LPA. Roz was extremely helpful and efficient. She was able to come to the house which made things much easier for my parents. Roz was very compassionate during a very difficult time. We wouldn’t hesitate to recommend Heppenstalls. Thank you. Read less
Claire C
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Very helpful advice from Jesamine easy to understand and clear advice.
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Power of attorney advice
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Frequently Asked Questions

In a variety of situations such as when a person lacks capacity and there’s no Power of Attorney in place, or when specific decisions need court approval.

Anything outside of the scope of the power granted by a Power of Attorney or Deputyship Order, which might include selling property, complex financial decisions, medical treatment, and resolving disputes.

It very much depends on the nature of the application.

Yes – if it’s not in the person’s best interests or the application is incomplete.

You can, but we recommend legal guidance to ensure everything is done correctly and efficiently.

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