Lasting Powers of Attorney
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A Lasting Power of Attorney (LPA) is a vital legal document that enables you to appoint a trusted individual to make important decisions on your behalf should you lose the ability to do so yourself.
At Woodcock Law, our experienced solicitors provide professional, compassionate guidance to help you plan with confidence and peace of mind.
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Why Lasting Powers of Attorney Matter
If you lose capacity without having made an LPA, your family or friends may need to apply to the Court of Protection for authority to manage your affairs. This process can be lengthy, costly, and emotionally difficult.
An LPA provides:
Certainty
Control
Security
Peace of mind
Types of LPA
Property and Financial Affairs LPA
This covers decisions regarding your finances, assets, and property.
Health and Welfare LPA
This covers decisions relating to your care, medical treatment, and living arrangements.
Creating an LPA ensures that your affairs are handled by those you trust most, in accordance with your wishes, and without unnecessary delay or legal difficulty.
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FAQs
When can my LPA be used?
Financial LPAs can often be used immediately upon registration, whereas Health and Welfare LPAs only trigger upon loss of capacity.
How long does it take to register?
It typically takes 8 to 10 weeks for the OPG to register an LPA, provided there are no errors in the application. Our professional preparation service ensures your documents are high-standard to avoid common mistakes that cause delays.
Who can I appoint as an attorney?
You can appoint anyone you trust, known as your “attorneys”, to manage your affairs. They must be over the age of 18, with the the mental capacity to make their own decisions. They must not be bankrupt if you are appointing them for a Property and Financial Affairs LPA.
Can I change my attorney later?
If you still have mental capacity, you can remove an attorney by sending a ‘partial deed of revocation’ to the Office of the Public Guardian (OPG). However, to add a new attorney, you must usually cancel your existing LPA and create a new one.
What happens if I don’t have an LPA?
Without one, your loved ones may need to apply to the Court of Protection for a ‘deputyship order’. This process is often significantly more expensive, time-consuming, and emotionally draining.
Why choose a solicitor?
Professional preparation ensures your wishes are handled without unnecessary delay or legal difficulty.
Our team at Woodcock Law provides compassionate guidance to help you plan with confidence.
