Solicitors in Rochdale specialising in Court of Protection matters

ASL Solicitors specialise in Court of Protection matters, providing expert legal support for individuals and families who need to apply for Court of Protection orders. Based in Rochdale, we assist clients across Greater Manchester and surrounding areas.

A Court of Protection application is typically a last resort. Where someone has the mental capacity, it is always preferable to put a Lasting Power of Attorney in place so trusted individuals can act on their behalf in the future. However, where this has not been done or is not possible, our solicitors can guide you through the Court of Protection process with clarity and care.

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Affinity Seven Law Solicitors

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Our Court of Protection Services

We provide a full range of Court of Protection services for individuals who lack the capacity to manage their own affairs, as well as for families seeking to support vulnerable loved ones. This includes applications to appoint a deputy to manage finances or make welfare decisions, as well as ongoing deputyship support and compliance.

Our team understands that these situations can be sensitive and complex. Whether you are dealing with a sudden loss of capacity or planning long-term arrangements for a vulnerable individual, we offer clear legal advice and practical solutions. We ensure all applications are completed correctly, reducing delays and helping you secure the necessary legal authority as efficiently as possible.

Who are The Court of Protection?

The Court of Protection is a specialist court in England and Wales, forming part of HM Courts & Tribunals Service. It is responsible for making decisions on behalf of individuals who lack the mental capacity to make decisions for themselves.

The court deals with matters relating to property, financial affairs, health and welfare. It has the authority to appoint deputies, make one-off decisions, and resolve disputes about a person’s best interests. Its primary role is to ensure that vulnerable individuals are protected and that decisions made on their behalf are lawful and appropriate.

The laws on Court of Protection

The Court of Protection operates under the framework of the Mental Capacity Act 2005, which sets out how decisions should be made for individuals who lack capacity. The Act is built on key principles, including the presumption of capacity and the requirement that any decision made must be in the person’s best interests.

There is a clear distinction between the Court of Protection and a Lasting Power of Attorney. A Lasting Power of Attorney can only be created while a person still has capacity. If capacity has already been lost and no power of attorney exists, an application must be made to the Court of Protection to appoint a deputy. This is why forward planning is so important. However, where this has not been possible, the court provides a structured legal route to ensure that decisions can still be made safely and lawfully.

How do I apply to the Court of Protection?

Applying to the Court of Protection involves submitting detailed forms, medical evidence of incapacity, and information about the proposed deputy. The process can be complex, particularly where there are financial assets, property, or family disagreements involved.

At ASL Solicitors, we handle the entire process on your behalf. We prepare and submit all documentation, liaise with medical professionals, and ensure compliance with court requirements. Our aim is to make the process as straightforward as possible while protecting the best interests of the individual concerned.

Our Court of Protection Application Process

Our process is designed to provide clarity and reassurance at every stage:

We begin with an initial consultation to understand your circumstances and assess whether a Court of Protection application is required. Where appropriate, we will also advise on alternatives such as Lasting Power of Attorney.

We then gather all necessary information, including financial details and medical evidence, before preparing the application forms. Once submitted, we liaise with the court and keep you informed throughout the process.

After a deputy is appointed, we can continue to support you with ongoing duties such as reporting to the Office of the Public Guardian, managing finances, and ensuring compliance with legal obligations.

Do you need a solicitor to apply to the Court of Protection?

While it is technically possible to apply to the Court of Protection without a solicitor, in practice the process is complex and requires strict compliance with legal requirements. Errors or omissions can lead to delays or rejected applications.

In most cases, it is strongly recommended that you instruct a solicitor to handle the application. At ASL Solicitors, we ensure that everything is completed accurately and efficiently, giving you peace of mind during what can be a stressful time. Our expertise helps avoid unnecessary complications and ensures that the application progresses as smoothly as possible.

Frequently Asked Questions

A deputy is a person appointed by the Court of Protection to make decisions on behalf of someone who lacks mental capacity.

Applications typically take several months, depending on the complexity of the case and whether there are any objections.

An attorney is appointed under a Lasting Power of Attorney while a person still has capacity. A deputy is appointed by the court after capacity has been lost.

Yes, in many cases a family member can apply to be appointed as a deputy, provided they are suitable and willing to take on the responsibilities.

This depends on the order granted by the court. Deputies are usually appointed for financial matters, though welfare decisions can also be authorised in some cases.

Why Choose ASL Solicitors?

We provide expert legal support tailored to your situation.

Specialist Expertise

Experienced in Court of Protection matters

Personalised Advice

Supportive, clear and compassionate advice

Efficient Applications

Accurate submissions to avoid delays

Local Knowledge

Based in Rochdale, serving all of Greater Manchester

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What Our Clients Say – Testimonials & Reviews

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Affinity Seven Law Solicitors

4.5

Based on 305 reviews

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Abbas H.

21:56 17 Feb 26

I had an excellent experience with Affinity Seven Law Solicitors, especially Alisha Saleem. From start to finish, the service was professional, efficient, and very supportive.
The whole process was handled smoothly, and I was kept informed at every stage. Alisha was always helpful, responsive, and guided me clearly through everything.
Thanks to their hard work, I have now received the keys to my new home and I am extremely happy. I highly recommend their services to anyone looking for a reliable and professional solicitor.
Thank you again for all your help!
— Abbas

Kiran I.

23:20 11 Feb 26

I had an excellent experience with Alisha and Sania throughout the purchase of my house. They were professional, thorough, and incredibly responsive at every stage of the process. Everything was explained clearly, deadlines were met, and I felt fully supported from start to finish. Their attention to detail and calm, reassuring manner made what could have been a stressful process feel straightforward.
I can’t thank Alisha and Sania enough for the outstanding service throughout the whole process. They were always approachable, patient, and quick to respond to any questions I had. The whole process was handled efficiently and with great care, which gave me real peace of mind. I felt genuinely supported throughout and would happily recommend them to anyone buying a property.

Kafeel A.

17:00 06 Feb 26

I had an excellent experience with the conveyancing of my first house. The process was smooth, efficient, and stress-free. Special thanks to Alisha ☺️for handling my file so professionally, and sincere appreciation to Waqar🙌, who was outstanding throughout—answering all my questions and keeping me informed at every step of the process with great care and professionalism. 💯 satisfied with the service and highly recommend🫶.

Hajrah S.

12:48 16 Jan 26

Alisha was absolutely fantastic to work with. She went above and beyond to ensure everything was completed quickly and efficiently, even with the challenges of the Christmas holiday period. Her communication was clear, her professionalism outstanding, and she made the entire process smooth and stress free. We truly appreciated her dedication to meeting our fast completion date and wouldn’t hesitate to recommend her to anyone.

amjad parvez B.

15:03 04 Jan 26

Just completed our house purchase on time. It was a complicated process as we bought without an estate agent, but the team handled it brilliantly. I want to give a special thanks to Alisha Saleem and Sania Saleem for their hard work and constant cooperation throughout a very hectic few months. Highly recommended."

Isha B.

13:56 03 Dec 25

I recently entrusted Affinity SLS with the conveyancing of my property, and the calibre of service I received was nothing short of exceptional. From the outset, the team demonstrated remarkable professionalism, meticulous attention to detail, and an unwavering commitment to ensuring a seamless transaction.
I must extend my deepest gratitude to Zainab, Ghaffar, and Waqar, whose expertise and dedication truly set the firm apart. Communication was consistently clear, timely, and reassuring, transforming what is often a stressful process into an experience marked by confidence and clarity. Each of them took the time to explain every step with precision and patience, ensuring I felt fully informed and supported throughout.
Their proactive approach, coupled with their genuine care for my best interests, made all the difference. It is rare to encounter a team that combines such high level competence with warmth, approachability, and integrity.
I would wholeheartedly and without hesitation recommend Affinity Seven Law Solicitors to anyone seeking conveyancing services. Thanks to the exemplary efforts of Zainab, Ghaffar, and Waqar, my experience was exceptional from beginning to end.

Jonathan E.

12:34 16 Nov 25

Many thanks to ASL Solicitors in general and Zainab Ahmed in particular for the work on our recent property sale. She was supportive and guided us through a stressful time. Would happily recommend and would use them again.

Janan K.

19:37 02 Nov 25

I recently got in contact with Alisha from ASL Solicitors after some positive feedback from a friend for my house purchase, and I couldn’t be more pleased with the service I received. Throughout the entire process, she was professional, responsive, and kept me informed every step of the way. Buying a home can be stressful, but Alisha made everything simple and hassle-free. All my queries were answered promptly and clearly. I would highly recommend Alisha and ASL Solicitors to anyone looking for a dependable and efficient service. Thank you so much!

Emmanuel A

14:29 31 Oct 25

Review for Zainab Ahmed (Conveyancing Solicitor)
Zainab was an absolute pleasure to work with—warm, responsive, and genuinely committed to getting the job done. Despite delays from the seller’s side, she stayed on top of the process and ensured we completed on time, helping me avoid additional fees. Her dedication and calm professionalism made a stressful process much smoother. Highly recommended.

Shaila S.

11:46 31 Oct 25

I had a very positive experience with ASL. They took the time to explain the process and quote thoroughly before I decided to proceed, which gave me a lot of confidence. Zainab, who handled my case, was fantastic—always helpful, responsive, and efficient.

Holly W.

14:23 08 Oct 25

Zainab was amazing from start to finish! My husband and I didn’t plan on purchasing so soon, but circumstances changed. Zainab was very efficient, communication was prompt (despite frequent delays and lack of communication from the seller’s solicitors) and all things considered, it was much quicker and easier than we expected. Thank you for all your help. Would definitely recommend.

Imran K.

10:33 11 Sep 25

I had the pleasure of having Pauline Cadman work my family case and I honestly could not recommend her more! She made me feel at total ease and she worked absolute wonders for me, she seemed more like a good friend than a solicitor and I felt she had my best interest at heart and made me feel like we could achieve everything I needed from my case. Super amazing woman

Ahmed

13:32 15 Aug 25

Alisha Saleem and Sania Saleem were excellent. I used ASL for the sale of my house. Fast service. Alisha and Sania were always very quick to respond and always very helpful when I reached out to them. I would definitely recommend!

Saeem A.

09:30 04 Aug 25

If you’re looking to buy a house, I highly recommend ASL. Waqar was incredibly quick to take action and respond. The first solicitor I was dealing with had completely messed up my conveyancing, but thankfully Waqar at ASL stepped in at the final stage, sorted everything out swiftly, and got the job done. Thanks to him, we had the keys in our hands in no time. I’m truly grateful for his efficiency and professionalism in fixing the mess left by the previous solicitor. Thank you, Waqar!

Michael G.

14:49 04 Jul 25

ASL have now dealt with two flat sales for my family. Both had different complexities and they, specifically Zainab Ahmed, dealt with issues fantastically.

Zainab was efficient, easy to communicate with and solved all issues we had during the sales. She also gave sound advice along the way.

Overall a fantastic service at a reasonable price. I would certainly use them again in the future, for future conveyancing needs.

Thanks ASL and Zainab 👍🏻

Samiul M.

11:45 04 May 25

Alisha dealt with my first home purchase and I found her to be exceptionally professional, knowledgeable, and responsive throughout the entire process. She handled my case with care, clarity, and efficiency, always keeping me informed and ensuring I understood each step. Her attention to detail and dedication gave me confidence and peace of mind, especially during complex moments.

What stood out most was her genuine commitment to achieving the best outcome, coupled with a friendly and approachable manner. I highly recommend Alisha for anyone seeking reliable and expert legal advice. Thank you for making my house purchase as smooth as possible, you are a credit to your firm and I wish you well. I will definitely be coming back to you for my second purchase very soon.

Wasif S.

19:02 02 May 25

I had the pleasure of working with Alisha at Affinity Seven Law, and I couldn't be more impressed with her professionalism, knowledge, and dedication. From our first conversation, Alisha demonstrated a deep understanding of the legal process for our new build and shared ownership property and took her time to explain everything clearly and patiently. She was always prompt in her responses and ensured that I felt supported and informed at every stage. Her attention to detail and genuine care for her clients made a real difference. I highly recommend Alisha to anyone seeking trustworthy and competent legal representation.

Mahbub A.

08:43 29 Apr 25

Alisha was very friendly and always answered any questions I had which made the whole process much easier and smoother.
Perfect firm with perfect service from their staff that have given me a fantastic customer experience.
Will definitely come back if I need anything else and would recommend everyone to trust in them !

Junaid H.

13:47 08 Apr 25

From our very first phone call to the completion of both our house sale and the purchase of a new property, Alisha Saleem was absolutely phenomenal.

It was an incredibly stressful time for us, but Alisha was always available to answer our questions and explain everything thoroughly and professionally.

I highly recommend Affinity Seven Law Solicitors—the service was outstanding, fairly priced, and everything was completed within a tight deadline. Thank you Alisha 🙂

Shamia G.

13:20 12 Mar 25

The service at ASL was amazing they handled everything so well and any problems were taken care of straight away.. would 100% recommend ASL
The process of buying a house was so easy with minimal stress
Alisha was amazing throughout the process she was absolutely fantastic.. thank you once again

Fatima B.

22:46 07 Mar 25

Fast, prompt and efficient. Zainab has been fantastic with handling the legal side of purchasing a house. As a first time buyer, it can be difficult to navigate but she has made the process easy and takes her time to explain things.

ashok N.

16:11 28 Feb 25

Used them for conveyancing , Luke was just amazing. very professional and keeping me up to date with all developments.
Completed the sale in agreed time with no issues.

Great bunch of team.

Paul H.

10:27 25 Feb 25

Zainab was a pleasure to deal with and kept me up to date during the process .

Theos E.

14:36 24 Feb 25

Recently used ASL to purchase a BTL and highly recommend. App was easy to use for quick uploads of documents. Zainab and her communication/updates were excellent. Thorough checks were made.
Fees were on the higher side but worth every penny for speed and efficiency. Would definitely use their services again.

Najab D.

12:45 24 Feb 25

Where do I begin. I had the pleasure of having Alisha Saleem as my conveyancer for selling my property and purchasing my onward property. Alisha went above and beyond to meet our deadline. The communication skills are outstanding. The quality of work always exceeding my expectations. I would definitely recommend her to everyone. A big thank you to Alisha for all her hard work

Z A.

12:47 19 Feb 25

If I could give 10 stars I certainly would! I’m not easily pleased but the service received from ASL in particular Alisha Saleem has been fantastic. She has been helping me on a few buy to let’s doing all the necessary legals. Compared to the other solicitors I have used particularly in the Wilmslow area they are so much quicker and efficient. Thank you so much will definitely be using ASL again.

Wahab S.

14:29 13 Feb 25

I recently had the pleasure of working with Affinity Seven Law Solicitors, and I can't recommend them highly enough—especially Alisha, who was absolutely fantastic throughout the entire process.

As this was my first investment property purchase through a company, I had a lot of questions and needed clear, expert guidance. Alisha was incredibly knowledgeable, responsive, and proactive, ensuring that every step was handled smoothly and efficiently. She kept me informed at all times, explained complex legal matters in a straightforward manner, and made what could have been a stressful experience feel seamless.

Her professionalism, attention to detail, and dedication to client satisfaction truly set her apart. I wouldn’t hesitate to use Affinity Seven Law again for future property transactions, and I highly recommend Alisha to anyone in need of a top-tier solicitor.

Thank you, Alisha, for making this experience so positive!

Asia J.

13:51 07 Feb 25

A HUGE thank you to the team!

Super reliable, fast and efficient!

I was able to purchase my First home with such an amazing team to help us get through the process with ease.

Alisha was fast to answer any questions, making the whole process really smooth.

Definitely recommend you to everyone!

Thank you all once again!

Mohammad S.

11:39 17 Dec 24

I recently had the pleasure of working with Alisha from ASL Solicitors for the conveyancing of my new property, and I couldn’t be more pleased with the service I received.

From start to finish, Alisha was professional, efficient, and incredibly knowledgeable. They kept me informed every step of the way, ensuring I understood the process and addressing any questions I had promptly and thoroughly. I especially appreciated their attention to detail and proactive approach in handling any issues that arose, which made the entire process smooth and stress-free.

Their communication was exceptional — clear, timely, and always with a focus on making sure I was comfortable with each decision. Alisha was always available to offer advice, and I felt confident that my property purchase was in safe hands.

I highly recommend Alisha and ASL Solicitors to anyone looking for reliable, expert conveyancing services. I will definitely return for any future property needs!

Sayma F.

22:32 21 Nov 24

I have brought my dream home using ASL Solicitors they have done a fantastic job. they were super fast, I am very pleased and impressed with their service they have friendly & helpful staff always willing to assist. Very pleased with the service I received from Alisha she has done a great job in handling complicated property matters, worked very hard and super fast. It was all done in time faster than expected, I have to say I received the best service from her she was always communicating well. I would like to thank everyone at ASL solicitors and thank Alisha for her excellent work, professionalism, kindness and understanding. I truly appreciated all your support & efforts. I would definitely use ASL solicitors again in the future. I would highly recommend ASL Solicitors. Once again many thanks Alisha for everything, I have received a great service from you, you were brilliant.

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Helpful Resources

For further guidance on the Court of Protection and Mental Capacity Act 2005, you may find the following official resources useful:

1) Court of Protection
https://www.gov.uk/courts-tribunals/court-of-protection

2) Make decisions on behalf of someone
https://www.gov.uk/become-deputy

3) Mental Capacity Act 2005 guidance
https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/mental-capacity-act-code-of-practice

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