PI and COP Insights
Here we've collated thought leadership, news and views from our personal injury and Court of Protection team. If you’d like to receive our e-newsletter, Deputy Matters, please subscribe by completing the form below.
Staying invested during volatile markets
A war in Europe, aggressive interest rate hikes and runaway inflation have resulted in markets being particularly volatile this year.
Charity spotlight - Second Chance Headway
We spoke to Second Chance Headway to learn more about the work they do in support of those affected by acquired (or traumatic) brain injury.
Decision making in education, health, and social care matters
James Pantling-Skeet of Boyes Turner LLP has contributed an article on the issue of service-led, rather than needs-led, decision making in education, health and social care matters. An issue which is likely to have a significant impact on the support available to a protected client from statutory services.
Charity spotlight - Challengers – the charity bringing the joy of play to everyone
We spoke to Gen Dearman, chief executive of children’s charity Challengers, to find out more about their important work supporting disabled children, young people, and their families.
Personal injury trust asset swaps explained
David Chambers, senior associate – tax and probate at Kuits Solicitors, explains how asset swapping can protect former homes from assessment.
Court of Protection and conveyancing – a guide for practitioners
Katie Strong, partner at Irwin Mitchell LLP, has kindly contributed this article to assist Court of Protection practitioners in relation to conveyancing matters for their clients.
The voice of professional deputies
Established in 2019, the Professional Deputies Forum (PDF) was founded by practitioners to provide a forum for professional deputies to share news, views, and best practice on matters concerning vulnerable adults who lack or have limited mental capacity. We spoke to Martin Terrell, Chair at the PDF, to share his views on the PDF’s work and the challenges faced by deputies.
Lifetime gifts: Advice for attorneys and deputies
Grace Serwanga of Penningtons Manches Cooper has kindly contributed an article on what you need to consider before making a gift on behalf of a protected client.
Brainwave celebrates 40 years
As Rathbones joins the Brainwave 40th Anniversary Guardianship programme, find out more about the work the charity does to support children with disabilities and additional needs.
What to look for when choosing an investment manager
We thought it would be helpful to put together a list of considerations to help deputies and trustees make this important decision for their personal injury (PI) and Court of Protection (COP) clients.
Planning for the future – making a will when there are capacity issues
Rebecca Bristow of Shoosmiths has kindly contributed a piece on statutory wills and their importance when planning for the future.
A COVID year in the life of the Child Brain Injury Trust (CBIT), with Lisa Turan, CEO
As they enter their 30th anniversary year, we spoke to Lisa Turan, CEO at CBIT about the impact COVID and lockdown has had on the work of the charity.
What to ask your investment manager in a review meeting
As the decision maker for the underlying client, it is important deputies and trustees are comfortable with and fully understand how the funds are being managed.
Do we need to worry about inflation, the thief in the night?
Over the longer term, it can have significant effects on the purchasing power of a portfolio. This is particularly pertinent for personal injury and Court of Protection (PI/COP) clients who usually have an irreplaceable pot of money which needs to support them for life.
Rathbones hosts fundraising exhibition in aid of Headway East London
Rathbones hosted a fundraising exhibition on 31 January in partnership with Headway East London, a charity offering support services for people coping with the aftermath of severe brain injury.