Independent mental capacity assessment services for solicitors and COP teams include:
Decision‑specific Mental Capacity Act assessments for property and financial affairs, health and welfare, and litigation capacity (from age 16+)
Testamentary capacity assessments for will‑making or variation, with clear reference to relevant legal tests and case law where appropriate
Capacity assessments and COP3 reports to support Court of Protection applications for deputyship and other welfare/financial decisions
LPA‑related capacity assessments (Property & Financial Affairs and Health & Welfare) and supporting documentation
Best interests analysis and social work evidence for complex health, welfare and residence decisions, including interface with safeguarding and statutory services
Professional, impartial reports that are clearly structured, Court‑ready and able to withstand scrutiny, with timely communication and flexible appointment arrangements
Independent mental capacity assessments for families – how we can help you:
Clear, decision‑specific assessments to help work out whether you (or a loved one) can understand, weigh up and communicate a particular choice, such as managing money, where to live or medical treatment
Support with decisions about wills, powers of attorney and who should help manage finances or welfare if capacity is reduced
Easy‑to‑understand written reports that explain the assessment, the conclusion and what this means in practical terms for you and those supporting you
Sensitive, respectful appointments at home or online, with plenty of time, communication adjustments where needed, and a calm, trauma‑informed approach