Latest news on Lasting Powers of Attorney, together with articles and guides to help those considering making an LPA.
The Covid-19 outbreak has driven many of us to think more about putting our affairs in order. Making a Will is often regarded as the most important step for long term planning – with making a Lasting Power of Attorney sometimes seen as an afterthought. But if your goal is to ensure your affairs run smoothly with as little future stress or upset for your loved ones, having a LPA in place is just as important.
Your Lasting Power of Attorney (LPA) can be revoked at any time whilst you have mental capacity. In this guide, we explain how to revoke your LPA in full or part.
As if Covid-19 itself has not already created enough panic amongst us, reports that blanket ‘Do Not Resuscitate’ (DNR) orders were being issued without consulting patients individually has left many of us worried about our future care – and that of our loved ones. We look at the law surrounding DNR orders and the extent to which your wishes will be complied with.
The Office of the Public Guardian (OPG) has rolled out a new “Use a lasting power of attorney (LPA) service” today, which will make using an LPA much quicker and simpler for attorneys.
We look at the different options open to you if you are struggling to manage your affairs including Lasting Powers of Attorney, Ordinary Powers of Attorney, Third Party Mandates, Appointees and more.
It’s a common misconception that if you should become incapacitated, your spouse, civil partner or cohabiting partner can manage your financial affairs for you. This is simply not true, and in such circumstances accounts (even joint accounts) can be frozen whilst an order is granted by the Court.
Having a health & care LPA in place ensures that should you fall ill, those who care for you can ensure your treatment is managed according to your wishes,
Too many people assume that Lasting Powers of Attorney are for the ill or elderly, but this is a common mistake. Anyone could fall ill or have an accident, at any time – and then it may be too late to make a Lasting Power of Attorney.
Put the kettle on, make yourself a cuppa and check out our top 18 surprising reasons to make a Lasting Power of Attorney rather than leaving things to chance.
There are many potential pitfalls & problems with making a Lasting Power of Attorney. We reveal the common issues & why using a lawyer is a sound decision.
