Acting as professional deputy or attorney

We can represent you in the Court of Protection

Appoint experienced legal professionals

If a trusted family member or friend cannot act as a deputy or attorney, appointing a professional can provide reassurance that your loved one’s affairs will be managed properly and in their best interests.

We can act as a deputy or attorney for you in the Court of Protection

What is a professional deputy?

A professional deputy is appointed by the Court of Protection to manage the financial affairs, property, and/or welfare of someone who lacks mental capacity.

A professional deputy is usually a solicitor or other regulated professional experienced in Court of Protection work.

A professional deputy can represent your interests at the Court of Protection

What is a professional attorney?

A professional attorney is appointed under a Lasting Power of Attorney by someone who still has mental capacity.

Their job is to act on their behalf if they lose capacity in the future.

A professional attorney, looking after the interests of someone lacking capacity

Why appoint a professional deputy or attorney?

You should appoint a professional deputy or attorney:

  • Where there is no suitable family member or friend
  • Where the estate or finances are complex
  • To reduce conflict or avoid allegations of misuse of funds
  • For continuity and long-term stability

We can advise non-professional deputies and attorneys.

Legal Advice for Lay Deputies and Attorneys

Safeguards and oversight

Professional deputies and attorneys are regulated, insured and supervised, providing additional protection for vulnerable individuals.

Why use Rothera Bray to represent you?

We’re the right choice because we offer:

  • A specialist Court of Protection team
  • Experience acting as professional deputies and attorneys
  • Professional and clear reporting
  • A compassionate, client-focused approach
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Rothera Bray Mental capacity and Court of Protection Team
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Lyndsey Hudson
Rothera Bray's Mental Capacity and Court of Protection Solicitor Lyndsey Hudson

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Reviews of our team

August 27, 2026
I am writing to express my appreciation and thanks for all your hard work guiding us through the process. At every stage of the sale you provided clear guidance and support and always made sure we were fully updated. I felt confident working with you as you were approachable, calm and understanding and responded to any queries that we had.
- Property sale
August 25, 2026
Have used Rothera Bray 3 times in the last year and each time my cases have been handled with care and speed.
- Aden Millen
August 25, 2026
Claire, thank you so much for all of your help discussing my birth, reviewing the notes and talking me through the legal process. I am so grateful that you took the time. Understanding the process has helped me heal
- Mrs. L
August 25, 2026
I’ve bought and sold several properties over the last 10 years and, as a result, have used a number of different solicitors. Rothera Bray have been by far the most consistent and reliable.Julekha and Sarrina have always been amazing to deal with. They’re clear, honest and proactive throughout the whole process, keeping you informed and making what can often be a stressful experience feel straightforward.Their communication is excellent, they genuinely take the time to explain things, and I’ve always felt that they have my best interests at heart.I wouldn’t hesitate to recommend Julekha, Sarrina and the team at Rothera Bray, and I’ll definitely continue to use them for any future property transactions.
- Heena Kankali
August 24, 2026
I cannot speak highly enough of the team, especially Lisa and Laura. They worked efficiently. They were very supportive, contactable and very accommodating of any questions or additional support required. They remained professional and made the process as smooth as possible for my house completion. I definitely recommend the team. Thank you.
- Amrin
August 24, 2026
Updated our wills. A very straightforward and painless process. Brett was very professional in executing our instructions.
- Peter
August 24, 2026
Our experience with the conveyancing team at Rothera Bray has been exemplary from start to finish. Lisa was very helpful from the outset, making it clear we could contact her if we had any problems completing the paperwork which put our minds at rest. As a result the entire process was seamless, culminating in us meeting Laura who is very personable. We would have no hesitation in recommending Rothera Bray's conveyancing team, in particular Lisa and Laura, who are both friendly and helpful. Many thanks to both.
- Tony Jones
August 23, 2026
Rothera Bray are outstanding solicitors, Abbey and Luisa were very professional, helpful and supportive throughout the entire process. They kept me updated with all information and explained everything clearly, they always available and happy to answer any question or queries I had.Their expertise and dedication was outstanding. I am very grateful for the support they gave me. I would highly recommend Rothera Bray to anyone seeking legal advice or representation and would certainly seek their services should I ever require them in the near future.
- Joanne Maddocks
August 23, 2026
Fantastic service from both Abbey and Louisa. They were extremely responsive, helpful and supportive throughout the entire process. Everything moved quickly, and they did everything they could to keep things progressing as quickly as possible. I couldn’t recommend them highly enough and will definitely be returning to them for anything I need in the future.
- Clare Jacobs
August 20, 2026
Abbey was recommended by estate agents in Loughborough and I am so pleased I took the recommendation! I cannot fault her or Luisa, from response times to proactively keeping us up to date at every stage of purchasing our house. They made what could have (and has been previously) a very stressful process a smooth one without the hassle of having to chase for updates. I cannot recommend Rothera Bray, Loughborough enough.
- Lisa H
August 19, 2026
I would first like to sincerely thank you and counsel for all your help with the inquest. You both have been brilliant and a great support during this process. I know that yourself and other associates have put a lot of effort into this proceeding, and this is very much appreciated.
- Paulina
August 19, 2026
We worked with Jo to make changes to our premises licence, and I genuinely couldn’t recommend them more highly! Jo was always available to answer any questions we had and made what could have been a complicated process feel incredibly straightforward. They handled everything for us, kept us updated throughout, and made the whole licence change completely stress-free. We felt in very safe hands from start to finish and wouldn’t hesitate to work with Jo again.
- Meg Geraghty
August 19, 2026
Really positive from my initial phone enquiry to 1st meeting, the whole team at Rothera Bray was extremely supportive and offered guide guidance throughout my situation with regards to a settlement agreement I needed advice on. It was a very difficult situation and in the end a positive result was achieved, giving me some additional benefits to which I was originally offered. I phoned a few companies in Nottingham originally to get support and Rothera Bray by far made me feel the most at ease and it was an easy decision and fast turnaround to get the result I wanted.
- Settlement agreement
August 19, 2026
We would like to thank you all, for everything you have done. From the bottom of our hearts. You have all worked above and beyond. I honestly cannot thank you enough. If anyone needs a family solicitor, I will recommend your team.
- Family law client
August 19, 2026
I recognise these are not ideal circumstances and there is still some way to go, but I wanted to say thank you to you (Gabriella), Lucy and Hannah for getting me to a stage where I have been reunited with my daughter.
- Anonymous child care law client
August 19, 2026
I cannot begin to thank you for the countless hours you devoted to ensuring everything was presented clearly and thoroughly. Throughout this entire journey, you have been an advocate not only for me, but for my children as well. I truly do not believe I would have achieved the outcome I did today without your guidance, support, and belief in me from day one.
- Child care client

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