NEW MHLA COURSE
Introduction to the Court of Protection
8th July 2013 – City Temple, London
Sophy Miles
Floyd Porter
The MHLA is pleased to present this new highly practical one day course, aimed at experienced mental health practitioners who are interested in expanding into Court of Protection work. Presented by two experienced Court of Protection lawyers, it will cover:
9.30am-10.00am Registration & Coffee/tea
10.00am-11.30am
Overview of Mental Capacity Act.
Jurisdiction of the Court of Protection:
• Types of cases
• Who should apply
11.30am-11.45am Coffee/tea
11.45am- 1.00pm
Procedure and Funding in the COP:
• Using the Rules effectively
• Legal aid
1.00pm-2.00pm Lunch
2.00pm-3.00pm
Financial applications
3.00pm- 3.15pm Coffee/tea
3.15pm-4.30pm
Article 5 issues:
• Deprivation of Liberty Safeguards and appeals
• Interface with MHA
4.30pm Questions and contributions
5.00pm Close
Please click here for the booking form.