Lasting Powers of Attorney & the Court of Protection

Planning for the future is important, especially when it comes to your health and financial affairs. A Lasting Power of Attorney (LPA) allows you to appoint a trusted family member or friend to make key decisions on your behalf if you ever lose the capacity to do so. By putting an LPA in place, you maintain control over who manages your affairs and ensure your wishes are respected in times of need.

There are two types of LPAs:

•  Property & Financial Affairs LPA – This enables your chosen attorney to manage your finances, pay bills, and deal with property transactions.
• Health & Welfare LPA – This grants authority over decisions related to your healthcare, medical treatment, and living arrangements.

If a loved one has already lost capacity to manage their own affairs with no LPA in place, we can guide you through an application to the Court of Protection. This legal process allows a deputy to be appointed to manage their affairs. We understand that such situations can be sensitive, and we are committed to offering practical support with empathy and professionalism.

We also provide advice in cases where disputes arise regarding the management of a vulnerable person’s affairs, including contested deputyship applications or concerns about financial abuse.