Who
we are
The award-winning social enterprise where people come before profit
As a Community Interest Company, we are purpose-driven rather than profit-driven, allowing us to focus entirely on the best interests of the individual.
Acting as a Deputy for a vulnerable person comes with a range of responsibilities, often to safeguard finances. For professionals managing these cases, this can create a dual responsibility: to the person’s best interest, and to the organisation they work in.
So, we decided to do things differently. With the initial support of great investors, National Lottery funding and Social Business Wales, we started Qualia Law as a Community Interest Company.
The focus is solely on impact and people. As we don’t operate for profit, any surplus we generate is reinvested into our services, such as pro bono work and free advice and training services.
Court of Protection
DeputyshipWe expertly manage complex Court of Protection cases, handling finances and property in our clients' best interests.
Lasting Power
of AttorneyManaging property and financial affairs for clients who still have mental capacity but require support.
Free Specialist
TrainingProvided by a COP Panel Deputy, on the topics of mental capacity, the Court of Protection and financial safeguarding.
Community
RoomA dedicated space for collaboration, training and group working in our Cardiff office.
Fast forward
Today, we are an award-winning social enterprise led by an Office of the Public Guardian Panel Deputy and proudly remain the UK’s only non-profit provider of Deputyship services delivered by qualified Solicitors. Our experienced team specialises in managing complex Deputyship and Professional Attorney cases, combining legal expertise with a commitment to putting people first.
We’re award winning
We are proud to have been recognised for our impact, winning Social Enterprise Innovation of the Year in 2024 and a finalist for Best Deputyship Firm at the Probate Industry Awards in 2024.
- Social Enterprise Innovation of the Year, winner 2024
- Social Enterprise Startup of the Year, winner 2023
- Finalist, Best Deputyship Firm at the Probate Industry Awards, 2024
How we work
Direct referrals and partnerships
Initial contact
An individual or social worker contacts us to discuss a potential vulnerable person and provide an overview of their circumstances and support needs.
Referral form
We provide a referral form to capture the key information required for an application.
Confirming details
Once reviewed, we will contact you if any information is missing or if additional details are needed to progress the application.
Advice and training
Free helpline
We offer a free support helpline where individuals, local authorities and charities can speak directly with an experienced Court of Protection Solicitor for advice.
Free training
We provide specialist training for public and third-sector professionals. Focusing on topics such as mental capacity, financial safeguarding, Deputyship and Powers of Attorney.
We don’t operate for profit, so every surplus we generate is reinvested into free advice, free training, and the people and communities we serve.
1,850+
Free advice interventions provided
980+
Professionals trained at our free sessions
£306,000
Pro bono legal work delivered
£601,000
Estimated savings to the public purse
