Adult abuse work covers safeguarding adults at risk of harm under the Care Act 2014. It includes identifying abuse, arranging protective measures, and coordinating responses between the local authority, the police, health and care providers. A solicitor helps with safeguarding investigations, deputyship or guardianship where capacity is an issue, and remedies to protect an adult’s welfare and finances. It also involves preparing trusted arrangements and advocacy to ensure the vulnerable adult’s rights are upheld.
What a solicitor handles in these matters
A solicitor handles safeguarding assessments, applications for protection orders, deputyship or guardianship where capacity is impaired, and court processes to secure protective arrangements. They review care plans, respond to safeguarding referrals, and liaise with local authorities, health boards, and care providers. They may prepare or challenge welfare and property applications and advocate for the adult’s best interests within statutory frameworks.
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