Lasting Power of Attorney (LPA): Who Qualifies and What You Get
Learn how to appoint trusted people to manage your finances or health decisions through a Lasting Power of Attorney.
A Lasting Power of Attorney (LPA) is a legal arrangement that allows you to choose people you trust to make important decisions on your behalf.
Who it's for
This scheme is for any adult who has the mental capacity to make their own decisions.
What you get
By setting this up, you gain the ability to give someone else legal authority to manage your financial affairs or make decisions regarding your health and welfare.
What it costs you
There is a registration fee of £82 required to complete the process. You will also need to complete and submit specific legal forms.
The catch to know
The most important thing to remember is that this must be set up while you still have the mental capacity to make your own decisions. If you wait until you are no longer able to make decisions for yourself, you may not be able to use this specific method.
How to apply
- Decide which areas of your life you want to cover, such as finances or health.
- Choose the people you trust to act as your attorneys.
- Complete the necessary legal forms.
- Pay the required registration fee.
- Submit your application through the official portal: https://www.gov.uk/power-of-attorney