Lasting Powers of Attorney

Lasting power of attorney solicitors in Romford and Essex

We never know what life might have in store for us. In the unfortunate situation that you lose the ability to manage your affairs and finances in the future; it is vital that you have the correct arrangements in place to ensure that everything will be taken care of.

That’s where the creation of a Lasting Power of Attorney (LPA) will prove essential. A Lasting Power of Attorney is a legal document that allows you to plan what should happen to you if you become unable to make decisions for yourself in the future.

It offers security for you and your loved ones and lets you decide what should happen if old age, illness or injury leave you unable to deal with your own affairs.

There are two types of Lasting Power of Attorney you need to be aware of:

Property and Financial Affairs LPA – Used to give attorneys the power to make decisions about your money and property

Health & Welfare LPA – Use to give attorneys the power to make decisions about your medical care, daily routine, life sustaining treatment etc.

Our expert team of legal advisors can help you through the entire process, explaining the different options, answering all your queries and concerns as you organise your affairs and estate.

By making a lasting Power of Attorney you can:

We help you create and register your Lasting Power of Attorney

We can act as an attorney

We properly assess capacity and free will, reducing the risk of disputes later

Reduce the likelihood of conflicts in the future by ensuring that your signature and the signatures of your attorneys are witnessed

If you do not make a Lasting Power of Attorney while you have capacity, your family may need to apply for a Deputyship Order from the Court of Protection, which can be costly and time consuming.

Always best to seek legal advice when making an LPA

It is always best to seek legal advice and support from an expert team of LPA legal advisors, as doing an LPA yourself without the right support, could present problems long-term such as:

Errors in your documents

Rejected by organisations like banks

Loss of capacity

Legal disputes

Don’t fall into this trap, get expert advice and support when putting your affairs in order and create an effective LPA that covers everything you need it to.

Our Expert Team are on hand to provide valuable support

At F Barnes Solicitors, we are frequently instructed to draw up Lasting Powers of Attorney for a wide variety of clients. As such, we are able to provide comprehensive guidance on all aspects of the process, including helping you to decide what affairs you would like to be handled and who should act as your attorney.

Why choose F Barnes Solicitors:

Nominate a person who you trust to look after your affairs and welfare in the future.

Specify your wishes and what powers your attorneys should have.

Decide who is told about your Lasting Power of Attorney to allow people to raise concerns now should they wish to do so.

We are members of Solicitors for the Elderly

As a firm, we are proud to hold the Lexcel accreditation, issued by the Law Society.

This involves the firm undergoing a rigorous audit process which ensures we maintain high levels of client care.

Creating an LPA is so important and provides important benefits long-term. You have peace of mind that your affairs and estate are in order and the LPA meets all your wishes and needs.

It also offers protection of your assets and protection for your family should you be unable to make decisions. Our expert team of LPA solicitors can support you every step of the way as you plan a secure future.

If you’re ready to get your affairs in order and create an LPA, get in touch with our expert team today who support you every step of the way, providing sound advice and support.

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