Power of Attorney
A Lasting Power of Attorney (LPA) is a legal document that allows you to appoint someone (attorney) that you trust to make decisions on your behalf should you require assistance.
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A Lasting Power of Attorney (LPA) is a legal document that allows you to appoint someone (attorney) that you trust to make decisions on your behalf should you require assistance with the management of your financial affairs, possible due to a physical disability or if you no longer have the mental capacity to make your own decisions.
In addition to making a Will, many people draw up an LPA appointing a spouse or a family member to manage their financial affairs for them should they lose physical or mental capacity in the future.
LPAs are also drawn up with the intention that they should be used immediately. This may be because the client has become too ill or frail to manage their own financial affairs.
Types of Lasting Power of Attorney
There are two types:
Property & Finance
Manage your money and property.
Health & Welfare
Make medical and care decisions.
Your Attorney
Choose someone you trust.
When It Applies
Valid after signing & registration.
Understanding Lasting Powers of Attorney
Understanding LPAs
A quick overview of how Lasting Powers of Attorney protect your decisions, finances, and wellbeing.
What is an LPA?
A Lasting Power of Attorney lets you appoint someone you trust to make financial, health, or welfare decisions if you become unable to do so.
When an LPA Can Be Used
An LPA must be signed, certified, and registered before it can be used. Welfare LPAs apply only if you lack mental capacity.
Ordinary Powers of Attorney
You may give general or limited authority to handle tasks like banking, property transactions, or care arrangements.
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