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Since Pryers was established in 2002, we have been advising clients on Court of Protection and managing a loved one's property and finances through trusts and deputyships. We are proud of the high level of support we're able to offer our clients, rooted in care, empathy, and understanding. Our experienced Court of Protection team will take the time to discuss your needs and tailor our approach to deliver the best possible outcome.

Our solicitors are recognised leaders in their fields, who offer more than legal advice. We're compassionate and pragmatic, offering guidance tailored to your situation. Our strong track record and client-focused service make us a trusted choice for anyone seeking reliable, empathetic legal advice on Court of Protection matters, deputyships, and personal injury trusts.

From decisions made under the Mental Capacity Act to acting as a property and financial affairs deputy, our specialist Court of Protection solicitors make a difficult process more straightforward. It's our job to safeguard your loved one's future.

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About Pryers Solicitors

A specialist Court of Protection law firm, Pryers puts you at the heart of what we do

Pryers Solicitors was established in York over two decades ago and still has strong ties to the local community where we started. Fast forward to now, and our specialist team acts for clients across England and Wales when they need support from expert Court of Protection solicitors.

Our Court of Protection lawyers will guide you through the legal process and help you achieve the best possible outcome, giving your loved one a future they'll love. Whether you need to appoint a professional deputy to make decisions on behalf of a loved one, set up a personal injury trust, or apply for a deputyship to manage their affairs, we are here to help.

Our lawyers are highly skilled specialists in Court of Protection property and finance matters, and in establishing financial deputyships or trusts following a successful claim. This is the core of what Pryers do, so you know you're working with a law firm that lives and breathes this area of the law.

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A dedicated team

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Pryers Solicitors' team is committed to supporting families, carers, and professionals with applications to the Court of Protection, deputyship administration, establishing and managing trusts, and litigation support for personal injury and medical negligence claims. We want to give the vulnerable as much freedom as possible while making sure they're protected and supported.

Our team boasts successful solicitors and paralegals who all specialise in Court of Protection law. We work on behalf of our clients to deliver the best possible outcome in a range of Court of Protection cases. Our experienced professional deputies help those who have lost mental capacity to manage their own affairs and make their own decisions when possible, and we always keep their personal welfare in mind.

Pryers works closely with family members and friends to make sure decisions are made in the person's best interests. We fight on behalf of those who need it most and work tirelessly to achieve the best possible results.

With two court-appointed deputies and a professional trustee, Dementia Friends, and a Lifetime Lawyer, you know you're in safe hands with Pryers.

What our clients say

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'Having worked closely with Pryers Solicitors for eight years as a case manager I feel that they are deeply committed to supporting children and their families. Communication has always been excellent, and they are driven to obtain the best outcomes for the client and their family.'

ANGELA M

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'I have worked with the Court of Protection team at Pryers on two separate cases for over six years now. I find them to be professional, easy to communicate with and caring towards the children I case manage.'

HELEN C

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'I would like to thank the team at Pryers for their professionalism, empathy and legal guidance.

The level of communication and being proactive in explaining the process was really reassuring and made me feel valued.'

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Why choose Pryers?

At Pryers, our whole service is designed around our clients and is built on a personal approach to suit your individual needs. We start with a free initial consultation, where you can discuss your situation and what you need from the Court of Protection. Then, we'll explain how we can help.

Pryers offers a number of key services. Our expert team of financial affairs deputies can act on behalf of vulnerable clients and make financial decisions that are right for each individual. A vulnerable person's welfare is at the heart of everything we do, and we are trusted to act as professional deputies, delivering a reliable and thorough approach.

The Court of Protection exists to uphold the best interests of those who lack mental capacity and to ensure that financial and welfare decisions are made with their needs in mind. Pryers carries that empathy through to our own work, and we're experts in providing support in both the legal and emotional sides of every case.

Our legal advisors

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Carmel WalshPartner and Solicitor
robyn hawxby
Robyn HawxbyPartner, solicitor and court-appointed deputy
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Michelle CruddasChartered Legal Executive and Accredited Lifetime Lawyer
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Sian ThompsonSolicitor and professional trustee
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