Previously, various members of Chambers were familiar with the old concept of Enduring Powers of Attorney (‘EPA’ - now Lasting Powers of Attorney (‘LPA’) and dealt with wills and probate matters. Other tenants specialised in declaratory work in the Family Division concerning capacity and best interests, appearing for the Official Solicitor, Trusts, local authorities or family members. Since the coming into force of the Mental Capacity Act 2005 in October 2007, court hearings are before the new Court of Protection. The breadth and depth of No5’s expertise in all aspects of this specialist area means that it is fast becoming one of the key Chambers in this new and developing area of law. Whatever the issue, members of Chambers are able to assist with all aspects of the court process, whether that should be advising at a pre-action stage, assisting with the initial application itself, or representing a party in the Court of Protection once an application has been made.
