Statutory Will Applications in the Court of Protection

Introduction

This webinar introduces statutory will applications in the Court of Protection.

It explores the statutory framework and procedural requirements under the Mental Capacity Act 2005 and accompanying Code of Practice, Court of Protection Rules 2017, practice directions and case law.

This introductory webinar is suitable for private client and Court of Protection practitioners who wish to develop their knowledge.

What You Will Learn

This webinar will cover the following:

• The statutory framework in relation to statutory wills
• Relevant case law
• The saving provisions of section 18 and paragraph 8 of Schedule 2 Mental Capacity Act 2005
• When a statutory will is required
• Alternatives to statutory wills
• How to make a statutory will application
• The role of the litigation friend
• The role of the Official Solicitor
• Objections to statutory will applications

This pre-recorded webinar will be streamed at 12:30pm on Monday 10th June 2024 and will remain available to view by delegates who have registered by then for 90 days.