by Kate Lawrence LL.B | Aug 6, 2025 | Power of Attorney
What is a Property and Finance LPA? A property and financial Lasting Power of Attorney is a legal document that allows an individual (the donor) to appoint one or more people (the attorneys) to manage their financial affairs and property. This process falls...
by Kate Lawrence LL.B | Jul 8, 2025 | Power of Attorney
Power of Attorney for Elderly Care As our loved ones get older, planning ahead becomes more important – especially when it comes to making decisions about their health, finances, and daily life. That’s where a Power of Attorney for elderly care comes in. In the...
by Kate Lawrence LL.B | Feb 6, 2025 | Guides, Power of Attorney
It can be overwhelming thinking about and preparing for a period of mental incapacitation due to illness, a disability or the natural ageing process. LPAs help address this by allowing you to appoint an attorney in advance, should the need arise. Without an LPA, the...
by Kate Lawrence LL.B | Jan 28, 2025 | Guides, Power of Attorney
An advance directive for health and a Health and Welfare Lasting Power of Attorney are legal frameworks that help you plan for future healthcare needs. While they serve a common goal of empowering you to be proactive about healthcare planning, they differ in function...
by Kate Lawrence LL.B | Jan 20, 2025 | Guides, Power of Attorney
When you prepare for retirement, it’s essential to think ahead and anticipate the needs of your future self under various circumstances. That’s why adding an LPA to your retirement checklist can be extremely beneficial. Under the mental capacity act, 2005 (MCA),...
by Kate Lawrence LL.B | Jan 15, 2025 | Guides, Power of Attorney
A Lasting Power of Attorney (LPA) can help the elderly better plan their future welfare. Allowing them to weigh up their options and choose the best way forward, an LPA empowers individuals to feel confident in their decisions. Caring for elderly parents can feel...
