Originally broadcast on Monday, November 21, 2011 - 12:30

The Mental Capacity Act 2005 gave the Court of Protection the right to make a will on behalf of a person who lacks capacity. Its powers to do so are not arbitrary and need to be based on the principle of whether the decision is in the person’s best interests. Our expert speakers will examine how this test has been interpreted in recent case law and offer you practical tips on how to approach this sensitive subject.

This webinar covers:
• Re P [2010] Ch 33 - A new approach
• Re M [2009] EWHC 255 - Structured decision making
• Re G [2010] EWHC 3005 - Weighing the factors
• A recent will of disputed validity – Re D [2010]
• Best interests and wishes in an enabling jurisdiction