Charlotte Waite

Q: What notable cases have you worked on?

I have been involved in various high-profile and complex cases in my career. One of the most notable is Re ACC & Others [2020] EWCOP 9 .

Partner

Court of Protection

Birmingham

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"Charlotte Waite is a truly brilliant solicitor. She is compassionate with clients’ circumstances but confident to make the harder decisions as needed."

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I am a partner and head of our Court of Protection team in Birmingham. I specialise in helping vulnerable individuals and their families manage compensation awards following serious injury or clinical negligence.

My role is to manage and administer funds, so they continue to meet my clients’ needs both now and in the future. I advise individuals, families, lay deputies, trustees and professional contacts on:

Court of Protection matters
Deputyships
Personal injury trusts
Statutory Wills
Trusts
The long-term management of damages awards.

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Charlotte is based in the following location(s)

Birmingham
7th and 9th Floor, The Colmore Building, 20 Colmore Circus
0121 667 2444(Telephone)
Opening Hours
Mon - Fri: 8am–5pm

Sat - Sun - Bank Holidays: Closed
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Which clients do you usually work with?

I work with a broad range of clients, each of whom have unique needs, goals, and challenges. I advise on matters that include:

Court of Protection
Professional deputyships
Property and financial affairs
Personal Injury Trusts
Statutory Wills
Trust administration
Damages management
Serious injury and clinical negligence settlements
Property adaptation projects
Capacity and best interest decisions.

What notable cases have you worked on?

How do you help your clients achieve the best outcome?

I help my clients achieve the best possible outcomes by combining extensive experience and technical expertise with a practical and compassionate approach. I understand that Court of Protection matters often arise during difficult and uncertain times, so I focus on providing clear advice, taking the time to listen, and helping clients navigate complex situations with confidence. I am approachable, down-to-earth and genuinely committed to doing the very best for the people and families I work with.

What can I expect from my first meeting with you?

You can expect a friendly, approachable and understanding conversation where I take the time to get to know you, your circumstances and what matters most to you.

I understand that the situations leading someone to need the support of a professional deputy can often be complex and challenging, so my aim is to make you feel comfortable, listened to and supported from the outset.

We can meet in the way that is most convenient for you, whether this is in-person at your home or one of our offices or virtually by phone or video call.

I take a practical and compassionate approach, explaining things clearly and helping you understand the options available. By the end of our meeting, you'll have a clearer understanding of how I can help, what the next steps are, and the reassurance that we're working together in your best interests.

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