Continuity | Lasting Power of Attorney

As we move through life, many of us begin to think about how things might unfold in the years ahead. While no one likes to imagine losing capacity; illness, accidents or the natural passage of time can sometimes make everyday decisions more difficult.

A Lasting Power of Attorney (LPA) allows you to choose trusted individuals to act on your behalf if needed - whether for a short period or over the longer term - and are crucially designed to protect you during your lifetime.

If you were ever unable to communicate or make decisions, following an accident or serious illness, an LPA ensures those closest to you can step in and support you, without unnecessary delay or uncertainty.

We take the time to guide you through both types of LPA, explaining each decision carefully and at your pace:

Property & Financial Affairs | for managing bank accounts, bills, property, and business interests

Health & Welfare | for decisions about medical care, living arrangements, and daily wellbeing

Many people assume their spouse or partner would automatically be able to act on their behalf if capacity were lost. Unfortunately, this isn't the case.

Without an LPA in place, even close family members may need to apply to the Court of Protection. A process that can be costly, time consuming and emotionally challenging. Putting the right arrangements in place early can help reduce stress at an already sensitive time.

We also offer specialist support for Business LPA's, which allow you to appoint someone appropriate to manage business affairs if you're unable to do so. This is particularly important for directors, sole traders and partners who want to protect continuity and stability within their enterprise.

In many cases, a Business LPA can be treated as an allowable business expense, making it a sensible and proportionate part of wider planning.

LPAs are especially relevant if you:

Have family or dependants who rely on you
Manage household finances or make key decisions
Own or run a business
Travel frequently or live abroad part-time
Expect hospital stays or periods of recovery
Want to avoid court-appointed deputies in the future

Each LPA must be registered with the Office of the Public Guardian (OPG), which charges a statutory fee per document. Registration is an essential step and one that needs to be handled with care, as even small errors can cause delays.

Thousands of applications are rejected or held up each year due to avoidable mistakes. We take the time to ensure your documents are drafted precisely and submitted correctly the first time, allowing you to move forward with confidence.

Where more than one LPA is required, we offer package options to support a more holistic and cost-effective approach to planning.

It’s all part of helping you preserve what matters.