The role of the legal practitioner has evolved in the area of wardship and capacity since the introduction of the ADMCA 2015. This lecture focuses on various issues which a Solicitor may have to advise upon including discharge application, the appointment of an Decision Making Representative, different types of assisted decision making arrangements and who can be a decision supporter.
The lecture covers a number of topics, including:
- High Court applications – Discharging Wardship
- Capacity applications in the Circuit Court
- Who makes the application?
- What are the relevant proofs?
- Service of the application
- Inherent jurisdiction of the High Court
Teaching method:
Lecture, PowerPoint
Duration & pricing:
1 hour / Discontinued
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