At First Law Solicitors, we help families and professionals across the United Kingdom apply for Deputyship Orders through the Court of Protection. A deputyship allows someone to make important decisions for a person who lacks mental capacity to manage their own affairs. Our solicitors provide clear, compassionate advice to guide you through the legal process, ensuring every step complies with the Mental Capacity Act 2005 and current Court of Protection procedures.
When a person loses mental capacity and has not made a valid Lasting Power of Attorney, a family member, friend or professional can apply to the Court of Protection to be appointed as their deputy. A deputy is authorised to make decisions on the person’s behalf, always acting in their best interests and within the limits set by the Court.
There are two main types of deputyship. A Property and Financial Affairs Deputyship allows the deputy to manage bank accounts, pay bills, collect income and deal with property or investments. A Health and Welfare Deputyship allows decisions to be made about medical treatment, care arrangements and day-to-day welfare. Our solicitors advise on which type of deputyship is appropriate and help prepare the necessary evidence and documentation to support a successful application.
Applying for deputyship can feel overwhelming, but our team guides you through each stage of the process. We assess the person’s mental capacity and obtain the required medical evidence, prepare and file all Court of Protection forms accurately and promptly, and liaise with the Office of the Public Guardian regarding supervision and reporting requirements.
We also assist deputies with ongoing compliance, including use of the Office of the Public Guardian’s digital reporting systems introduced in 2025, ensuring that annual accounts and best-interests reports are submitted correctly and on time. Our solicitors explain the deputy’s responsibilities in detail, including record-keeping duties and annual reporting obligations, and provide representation if any objections or disputes arise during the process.
Where Court approval is required, we also help deputies apply for permission to make one-off decisions, such as selling property, making gifts or applying for a Statutory Will.
Deputyship matters often involve highly sensitive personal, medical and financial information. All documents and communications are handled with strict confidentiality and in accordance with data protection law and professional standards. We ensure that information is shared only where lawful and necessary, and that records are prepared and stored securely throughout the deputyship process.
You may need to apply for deputyship if a loved one has lost mental capacity and no valid Power of Attorney is in place, if urgent decisions about property, finances or care need to be made, if a local authority or the NHS requires formal authority before engaging with funding or care arrangements, or if family disagreement makes a Court-appointed decision-maker necessary.
Our solicitors provide clear advice on the most appropriate course of action for your circumstances and explain the evidence the Court of Protection will expect to see.
At First Law Solicitors, we understand how sensitive and personal deputyship cases can be. We offer straightforward, professional advice to help families and deputies navigate the Court of Protection process with confidence. Every deputyship application we prepare is thorough, accurate and compliant with the Mental Capacity Act 2005, ensuring your loved one’s welfare and financial security are protected.
We also continue to support clients after appointment, providing guidance on reporting obligations, renewals and applications for further Court permissions when required.
If you need help applying for deputyship or advice about your duties as a deputy, contact First Law Solicitors today. Our solicitors provide clear and compassionate support to families across the United Kingdom.
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