Jayden was born with cerebral palsy and received compensation from the hospital to support his needs. However, his parents, Sara and Ed, are dissatisfied with their solicitors and are now exploring the possibility of appointing a new deputy to better manage his future.
Key Takeaways
- The Court of Protection appoints deputies to help those who no longer have the mental capacity to manage their important affairs, such as finance or decisions on healthcare.
- The person(s) named as deputy are chosen by the Court of Protection and not by the donor and, accordingly, could be someone the donor would not ordinarily choose to make such decisions.
- Deputy applications are generally more complex, more time-consuming and therefore more expensive than putting in place a valid Lasting Power of Attorney.
Contact Us
Our Court of Protection solicitors can also act as a professional deputy on your behalf. Contact our team for an initial, no obligation, consultation at 01732 770660.
