Court of Protection

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Court of Protection

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Work with Our Private Client Specialists through the Court of Protection in Leamington Spa and Warwickshire

We understand the complexities and sensitivities involved when a loved one loses the capacity to make decisions for themselves. At Blythe Liggins we provide compassionate and professional support through the Court of Protection process to individuals in Warwickshire and across the UK. Our goal is to ensure that the best interests of your loved one are upheld, and that all legal obligations are met with care and efficiency.

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Our Private Client Experts Can Help With

  • Understanding Mental Capacity Issues
    Get clear guidance on assessing mental capacity and its impact on managing personal, financial, and legal affairs.

  • Applying to the Court of Protection
    Gain legal authority to make decisions for someone who lacks capacity by being supported through the application process.

  • Appointing Attorneys
    Appoint trusted attorneys to manage health, welfare, and financial matters when someone can no longer do so themselves.

  • Obtaining Deputyship Orders
    Act on behalf of someone unable to make decisions for themselves by obtaining the necessary deputyship orders.

  • Addressing Concerns About the Conduct of an Attorney or Deputy
    Understand the steps to take if you have worries about how an attorney or deputy is managing their responsibilities.

  • Objecting to Attorney or Deputy Appointments
    Raise formal objections if you believe an attorney or deputy appointment is inappropriate.

  • Ensuring Power of Attorney Validity
    Be confident that Powers of Attorney are properly executed and legally valid to avoid future complications.

  • Statutory Wills for Incapacitated Persons
    Apply to the Court of Protection to create or challenge a Will on behalf of an individual who lacks mental capacity.

Meet the Private Client Team

Donna Bothamley

Donna Bothamley

Partner

Donna joined Blythe Liggins in 2000 and qualified as a solicitor in 2002. She became a partner in 2008 and is head of the Private Client team. She also sits on the firm’s Executive Committee and is the chair of the firm’s Marketing Committee.  Donna has an in-depth level of experience in matters relating to […]

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Donna Bothamley

Partner

Donna joined Blythe Liggins in 2000 and qualified as a solicitor in 2002. She became a partner in 2008 and is head of the Private Client team. She also sits on the firm’s Executive Committee and is the chair of the firm’s Marketing Committee.  Donna has an in-depth level of experience in matters relating to […]

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Jessica McDonnell

Jessica McDonnell

Solicitor

Jessica qualified as a solicitor at Blythe Liggins in 2020 and has been with the firm since 2014. She read Law at the University of Gloucestershire in Cheltenham and successfully completed the Legal Practice Course at the University of Law in Birmingham.  During her time at the firm, Jessica has gained a high level of […]

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Jessica McDonnell

Solicitor

Jessica qualified as a solicitor at Blythe Liggins in 2020 and has been with the firm since 2014. She read Law at the University of Gloucestershire in Cheltenham and successfully completed the Legal Practice Course at the University of Law in Birmingham.  During her time at the firm, Jessica has gained a high level of […]

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Kayleigh Mullins

Kayleigh Mullins

Paralegal

Kayleigh joined the Private Client department in 2021 as an experienced paralegal. She started her legal career in 2013 as a legal assistant, having gained a wealth of experience at two regional firms.  Kayleigh regularly meets clients, and her compassionate and sympathetic nature helps her to connect with clients during the difficult family situations that […]

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Kayleigh Mullins

Paralegal

Kayleigh joined the Private Client department in 2021 as an experienced paralegal. She started her legal career in 2013 as a legal assistant, having gained a wealth of experience at two regional firms.  Kayleigh regularly meets clients, and her compassionate and sympathetic nature helps her to connect with clients during the difficult family situations that […]

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Paul England

Paul England

Legal Executive

Paul joined the Private Client team in 1990 and qualified as a chartered legal executive in 1992. Paul is also responsible for organising the firm’s participation in the Two Castles Run since the firm first sponsored the event in 2006. With over 35 years of experience, Paul is well adept in advising on complex and […]

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Paul England

Legal Executive

Paul joined the Private Client team in 1990 and qualified as a chartered legal executive in 1992. Paul is also responsible for organising the firm’s participation in the Two Castles Run since the firm first sponsored the event in 2006. With over 35 years of experience, Paul is well adept in advising on complex and […]

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