Supportive Decision-making Arrangements

Supportive decision-making arrangements are designed to assist individuals who may need help making decisions, while allowing them to retain legal capacity and autonomy. These arrangements recognise that many people can make their own decisions with appropriate support, rather than requiring formal guardianship or administration.

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Crownmark Lawyers provides advice on supportive decision-making options, assisting individuals and families to put appropriate frameworks in place that balance independence with protection. Our approach is practical and person-focused, aimed at supporting decision-making without unnecessarily removing control.

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Supportive arrangements may involve appointing trusted supporters to assist with understanding information, communicating decisions, or navigating complex matters, particularly in relation to financial, legal, or health issues. We advise on how these arrangements operate, their legal effect, and how they interact with other planning documents such as powers of attorney.

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Where circumstances change, we also advise on reviewing or transitioning from supportive arrangements to more formal protective measures if required. In suitable matters, advice may be provided on an agreed or staged fee basis through Crownmark Assured Pricing (CAP), providing clarity around scope and costs.

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Our services include:

• Advice on supportive decision-making options

• Guidance on appointing and structuring support roles

• Integration with powers of attorney and estate planning

• Review of existing arrangements

• Advice on transitions to guardianship or administration if needed