Deputyship Orders NORWICH, NORFOLK

If a person is sadly unable to grant a Lasting Power of Attorney (generally due to lack of mental capacity), it might become necessary for someone to apply to become a Court appointed Deputy. This order is Granted by the Court of Protection to a person or persons who are in the best position to assist the client who does not retain their mental capacity. The ‘Deputy’ will then administer the financial affairs of the client under the power given by the Court order. This may include running bank accounts, making payments and investments, collecting in benefits, paying utility bills and any other activity the client in question would have normally carried out if he or she retained their capacity. In many circumstances, once someone loses their mental capacity they simply cannot be left without anyone assisting them as this could lead to issues of bills not being paid and other authorities becoming involved and this generally is not a positive situation.