It is important to safeguard your loved ones. You may be currently concerned about a family member, loved one or friend. Are they forgetful? Do they wander off or no longer take care of their appearance?
Loss of mental capacity – the ability to make your own decisions - affects people of all ages. Causes can include Alzheimer’s, dementia, a stroke, brain injuries (including babies and children), post traumatic stress disorders and even severe learning disabilities. We are experienced in offering assistance with mental capacity assessments.
If someone you know has lost mental capacity our Vulnerable Client team offers expert advice as well as practical support and guidance to help you manage their affairs.
It can come as a shock to family and friends of the individual to discover, if there is no Lasting Power of Attorney in place, that the law does not give you any special decision making powers and you need make an application to the Court of Protection for a deputyship to manage their affairs. We act as professional deputies for many of our clients and offer many non-professional deputies advice to ensure they comply with the obligations imposed by the Court of Protection
In association with Girlings Personal Injury claims, we can also offer you specialist advice on the complex area of Personal Injury Trusts.
Girlings has offices in Ashford, Canterbury and Herne Bay. Our specialist team is qualified to provide the necessary legal advice whilst being sympathetic and understanding to clients.
