None of us know what the future might hold. What would happen if you were ill or had an accident? And if you have assets in your sole name how, for example, will bills be paid? With a Lasting Power of Attorney you can give someone you trust the power to deal on your behalf with your property and financial affairs, or health and welfare issues.

There are two types of lasting power of attorney, one for dealing with your property and financial affairs, and another for dealing with health and wellfair. You can include instructions to restrict the power of your attorney(s), and you can choose to have it prepared so that it can only be used if you are no longer able to make decisions for yourself.

If you wish to make or discuss a lasting power of attorney Sarah Jordan at Jordan Williams Law Limited can prepare a lasting power of attorney for you. Call Sarah today on (01202) 805211 and select option 2 to discuss your requirements, or use the contact form. Sarah will draft your LPA and apply to the office of the public guardian (OPG) to register it so that it will be valid when you need to use it.

How much will it cost? We will charge £450 plus VAT for each LPA prepared. There is also a fee of £82 payable to the office of the public guardian for each LPA registered. Note that the LPA is not valid until registered. If you are on a low income you may be able to pay a reduced registration fee, or be exempt from paying a registration fee to the office of the public guardian.

Contact Sarah Jordan of Jordan Williams Law for help with creating an LPA.

Sarah can help guide you though the steps required and give specialist advice. Contact our specialist family solicitors David and Sarah now.