The team at Peter Edwards Law covers parts of England and Wales. We handle all aspects of Mental Health and Incapacity Law and work towards the common goal of representing vulnerable people. More than 6 million people suffer from mental health issues or lack capacity. It can happen suddenly, gradually or you could be born with it. If you are not prepared or do not have support you could find yourself or a loved one in a position where decisions are made without your consent. We work on all aspects of safeguarding and in particular representing those who are deprived of their liberty. We have been involved in many leading Court of Protection cases that have helped to shape the law. We also advise on and prepare Lasting Powers of Attorney both financial and health and welfare. Sadly some vulnerable people are abused by others or families feel that their loved ones are getting a raw deal from health or social services. Using a combination of laws such as the Mental Capacity Act, the Human Rights Act, the Mental Health Act and the Care Act we can help ensure that rights are respected and protected. We also represent clients detained under the Mental Health Act throughout the North West, North Wales, Lancashire, Cumbria, Greater Manchester, Cheshire, Staffordshire and the West Midlands. We also cover Hertfordshire and Greater London and we're able to respond immediately to emergency issues for patients detained under the Mental Health Act. We believe in what we do. As a result we have built an enviable reputation as a leading practice in this specialist area. We are one of the very few highly specialised practices working exclusively in the areas of mental capacity and mental health. That is all we do.