Lasting Powers of Attorney and Office of The Public Guardian
No one likes to consider what would happen if they were no longer able
to deal with their affairs because of mental of physical incapacity.
Unfortunately, incapacity does not discriminate, it could happen to any
one of us. For peace of mind a Lasting Power of Attorney can be signed
giving you the power to decide who you would wish to look after your
affairs in such an eventuality. It could be viewed as an ‘insurance
policy’. Hopefully it will never be required but in the event that
it is it could prove invaluable.
It is often the case that a worried relative will seek our advice about
a loved one who for, one reason or another is unable to handle their
affairs. Unfortunately in some cases by this time it is too late, the
LPA should have be signed while their loved one had mental capacity.
In this situation the only option is an application to the Court Protection
for a Deputy to be appointed.
At Burnand Brazier Tisdall we are familiar with the problems which can
arise and are sympathetic to a family’s needs. We can offer advice
on the preparation of a Lasting Power of Attorney (both in connection
with Property and Welfare) and on the appointment of an Attorney and
the administration of a person’s affairs under a Power of Attorney.
We are also able to prepare the document for the application to the
Court for the appointment of a Deputy.
For more information about:
- Lasting Power of Attorney
- Office of The Public Guardian
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