It is difficult for the parent of a disabled child reaching adulthood to adjust to the change in their legal standing. They have been able to make decisions with and for their disabled child as parents, advocating long and hard for their child’s rights and best interests. The child attains 18 (legal …
Looking through the wrong end of the telescope
Sheree Green recently wrote the following article for The Association of Lifetime Lawyers. The full article can be found here. Family members do not always realise how challenging it can be – taking on the role of property and affairs deputy for their relative. John had looked after his …
All things Court of Protection, a user guide
Twenty years since it received Royal Assent, the Mental Capacity Act 2005 is increasingly relevant to the lives of many individuals and their families. Welcome to the 5th edition of the LAG Court of Protection Handbook; an impressive 1100-page user guide to all things Court of Protection Our …
