COP3 Mental Capacity Assessments · England & Wales

Independent COP3 assessments, arranged in days — not weeks.

Specialist mental capacity assessments for Court of Protection and deputyship applications, completed by registered professionals nationwide.

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Tell us about the case and we’ll call you back the same working day.

Appointments in days

Urgent cases prioritized

Nationwide

England & Wales coverage

Multidisciplinary

Registered professionals

Court-ready reports

Clear & evidence-based

About the assessment

What a COP3 assessment confirms

A COP3 is a professional mental capacity assessment completed for the Court of Protection. It provides independent, evidence-based confirmation of whether a person can make a specific decision about their property and financial affairs or their health and welfare — most often as part of a deputyship application.

Our assessors regularly support people living with dementia, brain injury, cognitive impairment, mental health difficulties, neurological conditions and learning disabilities — always adapting to the individual’s communication needs.

Who we help:

The legal test

The four-part capacity test

Under the Mental Capacity Act 2005, our reports evidence each ability:

Understand

Take in the information relevant to the decision.

Retain

Hold that information long enough to decide.

Weigh

Use and balance it as part of making the decision.

Communicate

Express the decision by any means available.

      
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 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. At short notice Gain Capacity Experts Ltd offered their support and expertise within 2 days of my request. The individual who carried out the review was a former nurse who should compassion and professionalism. I am very grateful. Thank you.
  
 
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   Lisa Alcorn 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Gain Capacity Experts were able to help me quickly in completing a mental capacity assessment COP3. From the minute I contacted them, I received a quick response and date of assessment was booked. Rachel was great. She really made my mum feel comfortable and this was such a relief.
  
 
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   Sarah Mandley 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. I wanted to say a big thank you to the team at Gain Capacity Experts for their excellent service. From start to finish, everything has been smooth, efficient, and handled with care.

The team has been incredibly responsive and professional, making a difficult process much easier. Their understanding, empathy, and thorough approach have been truly appreciated.

I’m very grateful for the support and would highly recommend Gain Capacity Experts to anyone in need of a capacity assessment.
  
 
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   Mark Rapley 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Excellent responsive and service from Victoria and Kirsty when we were faced with an urgent need for an assessment. Victoria showed great understanding of my parents situation and their needs. Many thanks to you both.
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   Craig Storey 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Cannot praise Gain Capacity Experts enough. I had a short time frame to obtain a capacity assessment for a family member, this was stressful enough yet alone worrying how the assessment would go for my family member. Kirsty organised the assessment and communicated fully throughout, Victoria carried out the assessment with compassion and dignity for my relative. The report was detailed yet easy to understand and arrived the next day in my inbox. Excellent service in every way.
  
 
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   Sunil Patel 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Victoria completed a mental health/capacity assessment of my very elderly grandmother recently. I found Victoria to be warm, caring, compassionate and very professional in her assessment approach. I would not hesitate to recommend her to anyone with similar requirements. Thanks Victoria for all your help and understanding, it is very much appreciated.
  
 
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   lorraine clarke 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Excellent - quick, efficient service - very impressed.
  
 
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   Michael Jessop 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Ms Sample was instructed to undertake a capacity assessment on my 94 year old mother.  My mother felt at ease with Ms Sample and was very happy with how the assessment was conducted. I would highly recommend Ms Sample.

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COP3 Assessment FAQs

How quickly can a COP3 assessment be arranged?

We prioritise urgent matters and can often arrange an appointment within days, with the report following shortly after. Tell us your court deadline and we’ll work to it.

Are your reports suitable for Court of Protection proceedings?

Yes. Every report is independent, structured and evidence-based, prepared in line with the Mental Capacity Act 2005 and designed to support your COP3 application and deputyship matter.

Who carries out the assessment?

A suitably qualified, registered professional from our multidisciplinary team — with expertise across mental capacity, psychiatry, mental health, neuropsychology and complex care.

Where do assessments take place?

Wherever suits the individual — at home, in care homes, in hospitals, in supported living, or remotely where appropriate — anywhere across England & Wales.

How much does a COP3 assessment cost?

Fees depend on the complexity and location of the assessment. We provide a clear, fixed quote upfront with no hidden costs — just request an assessment or call our team to discuss.

Need a COP3 assessment arranged quickly?

Independent assessments, clear reporting and fast turnaround across England & Wales.