Meet our Members: Jemma Garside

the Court because of malpractice. I am often called upon to advise in respect of welfare issues such as funding for care and residence. I have also recently dealt with a number of cross-border matters where family members have asked for their loved one to be moved abroad and authorisation has been required from the Court of Protection.

What do you love most about your role?

What do you do for Kingsley Napley?

I am a Senior Associate in the Private Client team. I specialise in assisting those who lack the mental capacity to make decisions in respect of their welfare or financial affairs and who fall under the jurisdiction of the Court of Protection. I assist two Partners who act as Professional Deputies for a number of high net worth individuals that lack the capacity to manage their finances. There are often a number of complex issues to unravel, particularly where the person involved is elderly or where their attorney has had to be replaced by

I love getting to know my clients and their families. Sometimes you do not need to do a great deal of work to assist them but they are often so grateful because it can make a big difference to their lives. I enjoy it when clients’ send pictures of their holidays or at family events because then you really see that they are happy and enjoying their lives, in spite of the challenges they face. This is often when you realise that the work you have done has really made a difference. I am also very lucky to work for a great firm that cares for its employees, I am part of a close-knit team and we all support each other in our roles.

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