Pay bills and manage the expenses for the benefit of the vulnerable person.
Pryers’ solicitors are experienced professional deputies, appointed regularly by the Court of Protection to support people who lack the mental capacity to manage their own financial affairs. Our role is to take on the financial responsibilities and make informed decisions based on the persons needs, so the individual and their family can focus on enjoying life.
We manage deputyship applications for:
The process of applying for a deputyship order can be overwhelming but our expert legal assistance and support makes things simpler. We’ll help with getting capacity assessments, completing the required paperwork, and submitting everything to the Court. Once the order is in place, we can support you as you carry out your lay deputy duties.
We can also advise if a dispute arises. Whether you’re concerned about how a loved one’s affairs are being handled, or you think someone is mismanaging your affairs we can act as an independent deputy to help smooth the issue over.
Whatever support you need from a Court of Protection deputy, we can help you to protect a loved one who lacks capacity. Contact us today by emailing help@pryers.co.uk or calling us on 01904 409 720 to learn how our professional deputies can support you.
A property and affairs deputy is someone appointed by the Court of Protection to manage the property and finances of a vulnerable person. The deputy can be a professional like a solicitor. Alternatively, they could be a family member, or a friend, as long as they are an adult with no financial issues. A deputy is legally allowed to make decisions on behalf of that person including how to manage their money and takes on financial responsibilities such as the payment of their bills.
A deputy may be lifelong, or they may only be needed for a certain period depending on the circumstances. For example, a client with dementia will need a deputy until they die as they won’t regain capacity, but someone who lacks capacity following a catastrophic accident may later recover their capacity.
Pay bills and manage the expenses for the benefit of the vulnerable person.
Work with the person and their family, care team etc to make sure their needs are met and make any payments necessary.
Instruct relevant professionals to advise on the best actions for their clients assets.
Engage with the family to make financial decisions and discuss potential investments.
Ensure the client is tax compliant and make the most effective use of any benefits available. This includes completing tax returns and filing them within relevant deadlines.
Pay for the clients care and accommodation if needed.
Support the client in buying and adapting a property if relevant.
Help the client to buy and manage a car if they’re able to drive.
Purchase and oversee the installation of any accessibility equipment.
Maintaining and servicing anything the client uses including a car, property, wheelchair etc.
If the person can manage their own affairs to a limited extent, Pryers will work closely with them to manage their money.
A professional deputy is held to high standards and the Court of Protection mandates that deputies, professional or not, make regular reports to the Office of the Public Guardian (OPG). The OPG supervises all deputies to make sure they are acting in the best interest of the vulnerable person.
A deputy must keep meticulous records of their spending for the person, and justification of any expenses. They must keep records of the decisions made including receipts and correspondence. An annual report of the deputies activities has to be submitted to the OPG.
You can call us on 01904 409 720 or get in touch with us using our form and our friendly team will come back to you.
If managing someone else’s property and finances feels overwhelming, a professional deputy can give you peace of mind. We’re impartial and knowledgable, which helps reduce the chance of conflict and we're experienced in even the most complex of issues. You’ll always know their financial affairs are protected and decisions are made in their best interests.
We’re also here to help resolve disputes. Whether you’re concerned about how someone’s money is being handled or you want to avoid family tensions. We take a compassionate and professional approach and will resolve issues amicably wherever possible.
Our office is located in York , but we are a nationwide service and can help wherever you are. We’ll work in a way that’s best for you, so if you prefer, we can meet face-to-face, on video calls such as Teams, Zoom, FaceTime, or by phone.
'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.'
Client
Get in touch today on 01904 409 720 or by email help@pryers.com.