Guardianship & Powers of Attorney

When an individual is unable to attend to their own affairs through incapacity or ill health, a third party – often a family member or friend – can apply to the Court for a Guardianship order, to take all necessary decisions on that individual’s behalf. The procedure is not straightforward, and requires that a number of different medical and mental health reports are obtained.

A Power of Attorney is a document drawn up for an individual, appointing a third party to make decisions on their behalf, if and when that individual becomes unable to do so themselves.

We can advise and guide you through all the necessary steps for Guardianship and Power of Attorney applications.