A Practitioner’s Guide to the Court of Protection: Fourth Edition

Navigate the extensive jurisdiction and powers of the Court of Protection.

The Court of Protection affects an ever increasing number of people, among whom are some of the most vulnerable members of society. They need the best support and protection that the law and legal profession can provide. A Practitioner’s Guide to the Court of Protection is written by practitioners whose individual and combined experience provide an invaluable guide to the law and practical application.

The new Fourth Edition covers both the property and affairs and the welfare parts of the Court’s jurisdiction, with new and expanded chapters covering:

- The Court of Protection Rules 2017
- Case management pathways
- Welfare and Deprivation of Liberty
- Private international law
- The practical application of the Mental Capacity Act 2005
- Lasting and Enduring Powers of Attorney
- Case law, practice and procedure of the Court of Protection
- Latest guidance and practice notes from the Office of the Public Guardian

It is essential reading for anyone involved in Court of Protection practice including private client practitioners, mental health practitioners, family law practitioners, deputies, local authorities, accountants, Independent Mental Capacity Advocates, Welfare Accredited Legal Representatives, and advocates.

This title is included in Bloomsbury Professional’s Family Law online service.

Martin Terrell is a solicitor with over twenty years’ experience of Court of Protection and elderly client issues, acting as a deputy, attorney and trustee, and has written widely in this field, including earlier editions of this work, since the first edition in 2002.

Caroline Bielanska is a solicitor, mediator and independent consultant. She is also a legal trainer and lectures and writes extensively on Court of Protection and elderly client issues.

Justin Holmes is a barrister at Radcliffe Chambers, and regularly appears in the Court of Protection.

Richard Frimston is a partner and head of Russell Cooke Solicitor’s private client group, and is well known for his expertise on cross-border issues.