Who would manage your affairs if you can’t?
Lasting Power of Attorney (LPA)

An LPA is a form of a legal document introduced by the Mental Capacity Act 2005 that came into force on the 1st October 2007.  You, as the donor, are able to appoint someone as your attorney to make decisions on your behalf about:-

• your personal welfare
• and/or
• your property and financial affairs.

This power includes authority to make decisions in circumstances where the donor no longer has capacity.
The attorney might be a friend, relative or solicitor and you can appoint more than one person if you wish.  Different attorneys can be named for making different kinds of decisions so you will need to think carefully about who you nominate.
If you leave it too late it could cause delay and mean an expensive Court of Protection application.  It is important to get advice.  If you want an LPA we can help you.

 

Are Enduring Power of  Attorney (EPAs) Still Valid?

 

An EPA made before the 1st October 2007 (whether registered or not) will continue to be valid and operate as usual.
If and when the attorneys consider that the person (donor) has become or is becoming mentally incapable the EPA should be registered with the Office of the Public Guardian.  We can help you with this.

Please contact us for an appointment to discuss your requirements.