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1.
Can an Attorney be an overseas family member or friend?
YES, the Donor (the person making the LPA) can appoint anybody they choose so long as they are over 18, of
sound mind and not a bankrupt.
2.
My mother is physically unable to sign an LPA, what can we do?
If your mother (the Donor) is unable to sign but fully understands the significance of her actions it is possible to
complete appropriate documentation that would allow the lead Attorney to sign on her behalf.
3.
How long does it take to register an LPA?
The timescale for submitting the completed LPA application forms through to the return of the registered LPA
documentation takes approximately 9 (nine) weeks.
4.
My father has lost mental capacity and hasn’t made an LPA, what can we do?
It would be necessary to apply to the courts (Court of Protection) asking them to appoint a Deputy who can make
decisions on your father’s behalf.
A Deputy is usually a family member or close friend. If there is no one suitable or willing to act as a Deputy, the
Court of Protection will appoint a local solicitor instead.
Either way dealing with the Court of Protection will be extremely time consuming and very expensive.
Lasting Powers of Attorney (LPA)
Imagine for a moment phoning the bank.
Then consider the difficulty of accessing your own bank account, with
identification processes, passwords, PIN numbers, etc. It would
therefore be impossible if someone needed to access your finances
on your behalf.
Also and more importantly, being diagnosed with a serious illness can
be devastating. If that illness is progressive you may only have a short
time to address practical issues before the symptoms take hold.
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Making a Lasting Power of Attorney is a certain way of
protecting your future decisions.
A Lasting Power of Attorney (LPA) is a legal document. It allows you to appoint someone you trust to act on your
behalf (usually a close friend or family member).
As the person making the LPA you are called the “Donor” and the person you will appoint to act on your behalf is
called an “Attorney”.
In order to make an LPA you must be capable of making decisions for yourself.
This is called having mental capacity.
There are two different LPAs, one is Property & Finance and the other is Health & Welfare. These are separate
documents each having their own application & registration requirements.
Property & Finance – allows attorneys to buy and sell property, deal with banks & other financial institutions
on your behalf.
Health & Welfare – allows Attorneys to make decisions on where you live, healthcare & medical
requirements.
In each case the Lasting Power of Attorney must be registered with a government body before it can be used.
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Lasting Powers of Attorney (LPA)
Imagine for a moment phoning the bank.
Then consider the difficulty of accessing your own bank account, with
identification processes, passwords, PIN numbers, etc. It would
therefore be impossible if someone needed to access your finances on
your behalf.
Also and more importantly, being diagnosed with a serious illness can
be devastating. If that illness is progressive you may only have a short
time to address practical issues before the symptoms take hold.
Find out more about the power to care. Arrange a free appointment
TESTIMONIALS
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"We found Stephen helpful, considerate and patient dealing with
our parent's wishes. He travelled to different locations to meet up
with the family, helping us through, what could have been, a
difficult process. We would recommend his highly professional
and caring service to anyone."
Mr & Mrs. M Richman.
TESTIMONIALS
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"My father found the process of LPA registration daunting but
thanks to Stephen, he handled all paperwork on our behalf both
efficiently and effectively."
Nicola Hughes, Ingol, Preston.
TESTIMONIALS
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"Dear Stephen, I was very happy with the preparation of my Will
and LPA, which you explained everything to me in a way I could
easily understand. I would certainly recommend you to anyone
who would want to make their Will or LPA."
Mr. David Yates, St Helens, Merseyside.
TESTIMONIALS
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"A professional Will and LPA service with a fixed price
solution, no hidden extras. I would certainly recommend giving
Stephen a call"
Alan Brownrigg, Fulwood, Preston.
TESTIMONIALS
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"Stephen's prices were significantly less than my local solicitor
and his home visits were extremely convenient. I would certainly
recommend his service."
Mrs Wood, Fulwood, Preston.
TESTIMONIALS
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"Stephen wasn't pushy and provided very friendly and
helpful guidance."
Gill Remson, Lea, Preston.
TESTIMONIALS
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“You are one of the most professional, efficient and punctual
people we have both had the pleasure to do business with...
Because you came to our home and at a time stipulated by
ourselves made it such a painless and uncomplicated
procedure.”
Keith & Sue Turner. Woodplumton, Preston.
