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Lasting Powers of Attorney (LPA)

A Lasting Power of Attorney (LPA) is a legal document that allows you to appoint one or more trusted individuals—known as attorneys—to make decisions on your behalf if you lose the capacity to do so yourself. This might happen due to illness, accident, or age-related decline, and having an LPA in place can make an enormous difference in ensuring your affairs are managed smoothly and according to your wishes.

There are two main types of personal LPA:
  1. Property and Financial Affairs LPA – This allows your attorney(s) to manage your bank accounts, pay bills, deal with investments, or even sell your property if necessary.
  2. Health and Welfare LPA – This covers decisions about your medical care, daily routine, where you live, and life-sustaining treatment.
In addition to these, many business owners benefit from a separate Business LPA, which is designed specifically to ensure the continued operation of a business if the owner becomes unable to make decisions. Without this in place, your business could face disruption, financial difficulty, or even be unable to operate legally. A Business LPA allows you to appoint someone with the necessary skills and understanding to make decisions regarding:

  • Contracts and operational matters
  • Access to business accounts
  • Payroll and tax obligations
  • Hiring or managing staff
  • Business continuity in your absence

Protect your future, arrange your LPAs today.

 If you lose capacity without Lasting Powers of Attorney in place, your family could face delays, cost and stress. Appoint trusted decision-makers now.  


Business Lasting Power of Attorney

Keeping business and personal matters separate is often essential, particularly when different people are best suited to handle each. A Business LPA ensures that your company can continue running smoothly, with someone you trust at the helm.   Without any LPA in place, your loved ones or business partners would need to apply to the Court of Protection to be granted decision-making authority—a process that can be slow, costly, and stressful. By contrast, an LPA puts the decision-making power directly in the hands of people you choose and trust, helping to:
  
  • Avoid unnecessary legal delays and costs
  • Ensure your finances and business are properly managed
  • Allow your wishes around healthcare and living arrangements to be respected
  • Protect your family and colleagues from making difficult decisions without guidance
  • Maintain control by choosing exactly who acts on your behalf
  Creating an LPA is not just for the elderly—accidents or sudden illness can happen at any time. Making one while you're mentally capable is a straightforward, proactive step that offers long-term protection and peace of mind for both your personal life and your business.   

Educate. Empower. Inform. Protect.

Lasting Powers of Attorney (LPAs)

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