Lasting Power of Attorney ('LPA')
An ordinary power of attorney is a legal document appointing someone else to deal with your financial affairs. A Lasting Power of Attorney (LPA for short) is much wider than an ordinary power of attorney in that it is not revoked by the subsequent mental incapacity of the donor. Also, by making an LPA, you can authorise your Attorney to make decisions relating to your personal welfare on your behalf, including, if you wish, the ability to refuse life-sustaining medical treatment. An LPA is a useful document for a client of any age.
Dealing with the Court of Protection
If you have concerns for a relative who is no longer capable of managing their own affairs and that person has not previously made a power of attorney, our experienced solicitors can guide you through the complicated process of applying to the Court of Protection to be appointed as a Deputy.
Planning for long term care
If you ever needed long term care, you could end up paying out nearly all the value of your estate in care fees. We can help you to minimise these costs by careful planning.
Making a Will
Making a Will allows you to decide who inherits your estate when you die. If you die without a Will, there are legal rules which determine who will inherit - this is not always as you might expect. Find out why you should make a Will and the range of Will drafting services that we offer.
Chambers UK 2012
This full-service firm advises farmers, landed estate and family business owners on their tax, trust and estate affairs. The team also has well-thought of business succession planning, charitable trusts and estate planning for the elderly practices. The property and matrimonial teams collaborate closely with the private client team to assure continuity of service.
Key Individual: John Rouse.
For more information on our legal services for the over 50s, please contact
Claire McGinnity.
