Expertise And Understanding From Irwin Mitchell
As people grow older, their ability to effectively manage their finances, taxes and assets can be affected.
With the onset of dementia, or after accidents or clinical negligence, many people can no longer manage their own affairs at all. As age expectancy increases, so does the incidence of conditions such as dementia, which is expected to rise to approximately 850,000 cases in the UK by 2010.
Assisting Vulnerable People Via The Court Of Protection
The Court of Protection is responsible for assisting people in these situations, to ensure that they cannot be exploited or denied what is rightfully theirs.
The Court also regulates people approved to look after the affairs of vulnerable individuals. At Irwin Mitchell, we assist with a range of circumstances affecting people under the Court’s jurisdiction.
Handling Court Of Protection Cases With Expertise And Sensitivity
At Irwin Mitchell, our trained specialists have a track record of over 20 years’ experience in Court of Protection work. We currently manage over 1,000 cases involving the Court of Protection nationwide, including:
- Private Clients
- Referrals from the Court
- Case Managers
- Solicitors
- Local Authorities
To find out more about Irwin Mitchell’s Court of Protection work, complete our online enquiry form or call us 0800 056 4110 - and we will give you free initial advice.