Power of Attorney articles
Plans have been halted for the time being to introduce the paperless creation and registration of Lasting Powers of Attorney. Although there is a partial online system, all LPAs still need to be printed out and signed by hand – and then of course posted to the Office of the Public Guardian to be registered. A …
No to digital Lasting Powers of Attorney… for now Read More »
In the very recent case of N & S v E & M (2014), the Court of Protection (the Court in England and Wales which has jurisdiction over the property, financial affairs and personal welfare of people who lack capacity to make decisions for themselves) has ruled that a Lasting Power of Attorney is only legally …
When is a Lasting Power of Attorney legally created? Read More »
If a loved one is getting to the stage where he or she is having difficulty managing their affairs, it is important to make sure that they have measures in place to enable a family member, friend or professional to help them should the need arise. Perhaps they already have an Enduring or Lasting Power …
My aunt is becoming increasingly unable to manage her affairs, what can we do? Read More »
