Why plan ahead with an LPA?

Plan Ahead with an LPA

What is a Lasting Power of Attorney?

Plan ahead with an LPA. An LPA is a legal document that sets out your wishes and allows you to choose:

Who will make decisions/act for you (known as your attorneys)
How your attorneys will make decisions (they can either act jointly or jointly and severally)
What decisions are made (you can specify preferences and instructions).

Call us today to discuss making a Lasting Power of Attorney on 0113 320 5000

Why is a Lasting Power of Attorney needed?
Are Lasting Powers of Attorney necessary?
When should I set up an LPA?

Why is a Lasting Power of Attorney needed?

If you do not have an LPA and then you lose mental capacity, your loved ones may have to apply to the Court of Protection for a deputyship order. A deputyship order is more time consuming and expensive than doing LPAs. Until a deputyship order is in place, your financial assets would be stuck in a vacuum and your loved ones would have no way to access them.

Are Lasting Powers of Attorney necessary?

LPAs are necessary if you want to be in control of who will make decisions for you and how those decisions are made if you are unable to decide yourself. LPAs are like an insurance policy – you hope never to use them, but they are there if you require your attorneys to start acting.

When should I set up an LPA?

You should not delay setting up an LPA as you must have mental capacity in order to do so.

To discuss making a LPA, call us on 0113 320 5000

Are you worried about losing mental capacity?

Do you need someone you know and trust to manage your financial affairs on your behalf if you do lose capacity?

If you answered yes to any of the above questions then you should consider securing a Lasting Powers of Attorney (LPA).

If you wish to discuss matters further please arrange an appointment with one of our experienced advisors who will be happy to answer all enquiries. Contact our team at wills&probate@winstonsolicitors.co.uk or call us on 0113 320 5000.

No. Your family will have no access to your bank accounts and cannot sell your property unless they make an application to the Court of Protection for a deputyship order, which is a costly and lengthy process.

A Lasting Power of Attorney (LPA) is a legal document which allows a person (the donor) to appoint someone or more than one person they trust (attorneys) to make decisions for them when they no longer have the mental capacity to make the decisions themselves. An LPA has to be made while the donor still has the mental capacity to give their consent to it.

Client feedback

Emily Spencer from Winston Solicitors handled the setup of our Will efficiently and professionally from start to finish. She explained everything clearly, answered all our questions, and made what could have been a daunting process feel straightforward and stress-free. My wife and I both felt well looked after and confident that everything was done properly. We would happily recommend Emily and Winston Solicitots to anyone needing this kind of service. Thank you, Emily!

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I recently used Winston Solicitors to write my Willl and was supported by Emily Spencer throughout the process.From the outset, Emily was extremely helpful. Our initial meeting gave me a clear understanding of what information I needed to provide and what the Will would deliver. She explained everything in a straightforward and reassuring way, which made the process easy to follow.Overall, Emily made what could have been a complex task feel simple and effortless. I would highly recommend Winston Solicitors to anyone looking to put a Will in place.

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