Lasting Power of Attorney

Lasting Power of Attorney

You are never too young to make a Power of Attorney

Powers of Attorney are very useful and important documents, but they are also very powerful and open to abuse. Unfortunately, none of us can guarantee that we will remain physically and mentally capable for the rest of our lives. For these reasons it is essential to take expert advice to explore the options available to you.
Our assistance can help to ensure that everything runs as smoothly as possible and that every decision you make is a fully informed decision. In the event that the Power of Attorney needs to be used, our expert assistance helps to ensure that it can be used with as little difficulty as possible in what is a stressful time for everyone involved.
If you would like help with creating a Power of Attorney or if you require advice relating to them, please do not hesitate to contact us on 01924 489197 or email nick@haighssolicitors.co.uk.

LASTING POWER OF ATTORNEY
A Lasting Power of Attorney is a legal document which allows you to appoint a trusted friend or relative to act as your attorney, to make decisions on your behalf and to look after your financial affairs. This may include decisions which need to be made about your finances or your health and welfare but which you may become incapable of making. Unfortunately, none of us can guarantee that we will remain physically and mentally capable for the rest of our lives and it is therefore essential that you take expert advice and explore the options available to you.

Our Service
With our expert assistance, we will ensure that everything runs as smoothly as possible and that every decision you make is fully informed. In the event that the Lasting Power of Attorney needs to be used, we will guide you through the process and ensure that it can be used with as little difficulty as possible in what is a stressful time for everyone involved.
Our team can help you draw up:

  • Property and Financial Affairs LPA: This will allow your attorney to manage  your financial affairs;
  • Health & Welfare LPA: This allows your attorney to make decisions about your health and welfare such as medical and life-sustaining treatment

If you would like help creating a Lasting Power of Attorney or if you require advice relating to them, please do not hesitate to contact Nick on 01924 489197 or email nick@haighssolicitors.co.uk