What is a Lasting Power of Attorney
In an uncertain world, it’s reassuring to know that our wishes will be respected even if we’re not able to make our own decisions. That’s why many people choose to create a Lasting Power of Attorney (LPA) to provide protection should an accident or ill health prevent them from making decisions in the future.
An LPA is a legal document that allows another person to make decisions about your wellbeing and affairs on your behalf. Appointing an Attorney before you need one gives you the peace of mind that your affairs will be managed how you want them to be. It’s not possible to create an LPA once you’re unable to make your own decisions so if you think you would like an LPA; it’s something that should
consider putting in place as soon as possible.
There are different types of LPAs depending on what areas of your life you would like an Attorney to have control of. To be valid, an LPA must be registered with the Office of the Public Guardian. A Lasting Power of Attorney can only be appointed when you are capable so it is not something you can leave until such time as you need it. To ascertain that you are capable and in sound mind, you (as the donor) must appoint either someone who has known you personally for at least two years or a qualified professional to sign an LPA certificate confirming that you are of full mental capacity. Family members and other exclusions apply to who can sign this certificate for you.
At Jordans Solicitors we can help with all aspects of creating an LPA - from choosing an attorney and deciding what type of LPA is right for you to correctly registering the documentation.
Health and Welfare Lasting Power of Attorney
Use this LPA to give an attorney the power to make decisions about money and property for you will cover areas like.
- Your daily routine, for example washing, dressing and eating.
- Medical care.
- Moving into a care home.
- Life-sustaining treatment.
It is important to remember that a Health and Welfare LPA can only be used when you are unable to make your own decisions.
How much will it cost?
For one person - Health & Care LPA
Costs: £330.00
VAT: £66.80
Court Fee*: £82.00
Total: £478.00
For a couple - Health and Care LPA
Costs: £600.00
VAT: £120.00
Court Fee*: £164.00
Total: £884.00
Court Fee* only applicable if you are registering the Power of Attorney(s). Fee exemption may be applicable in respect of Court fees.
Saving* calculated on cost of unbundled services. Home Visits or professional certificate providers may incur additional fees.
Our LPA Team
Principal Member and Senior Partner
Principal Member and Higher Court Advocate
Associate Legal Executive
Probate Supervisor
Probate Clerk
LPA Testimonials
"Friendly, professional and knowledgeable service provided by Sam and Rosemary."
Christopher
"As usual my affairs were dealt with in a professional, kind and courteous manner. I have confidence that all decisions needed to be made were taken on my behalf and in my best interest. Thank you again"
Peter
"Well what can we say regarding our recent appointments with Sam Watton. This lady has the most friendly, courteous respectful nature about her which clearly comes across the moment she entered my Mothers home helping all of us make our wills. Everything was explained, options were presented to us that we had never even thought about in a very professional way and I might add in plain English. My 89 year old Mother felt so relaxed and comfortable with Sam, no confusion regarding anything discussed including a Power of Attorney which in itself could be quite daunting to most of us, Mum understood all of it by the time it came to sign. Thank you Sam from all of us we certainly will recommend you to everyone we know."
Susan
