Lasting Power of Attorney

Introducing the new systems of lasting power of attorney and what it means for you.

The day may come when you would like someone to act on your behalf in making decisions on certain matters or even seeing to your day to day needs.

With a Lasting Power of Attorney you can give someone this power.

How does it work?

A Lasting Power of Attorney allows you to appoint someone you trust to make decisions on your behalf when you are no longer able to do so.

There are two types:

  1. Property and Affairs Lasting Power of Attorney
  2. Personal Welfare Lasting Power of Attorney

This allows the person that you appoint to deal with matters relating to your personal health and welfare. Decisions could include the activities that you take part in, medical examinations or even the consenting or refusal of medical treatment.

Protecting yourself

The protection of persons who cannot make decisions for themselves is paramount. With the introduction of the Lasting Powers of Attorney, you are guaranteed greater protection; for example:

  1. The Lasting Power of Attorney must be registered before it can be used
  2. Certificate providers must confirm that you understand the nature of the Lasting Power of Attorney
  3. You can request an investigation of the decisions made on your behalf if you feel that they are not in your best interests

How we can help?

  • With our expert advice, we can prepare your Lasting Power of Attorney to suit your needs and circumstances
  • We can advise as to whether or not it would be appropriate for restrictions to be entered to provide greater protection for you
  • We offer straightforward and effective legal advice