Lasting power of attorney resources
Everything you need to understand and set up an LPA in England and Wales, in plain English. No jargon, no sales pressure, just clear answers.
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Which LPA you need
How-to
Making your LPA
How to set up a lasting power of attorney
A step-by-step guide to making and registering a lasting power of attorney in England and Wales, from choosing attorneys to signing and OPG registration.
Read →Do I need a solicitor to make an LPA?
You do not need a solicitor to make a lasting power of attorney. A DIY or online LPA is just as legally valid once registered. Here is when a solicitor helps.
Read →Cost
Cost and fees
Rejection
Avoiding rejection
Common reasons an LPA is rejected
Around 1 in 11 LPAs are rejected by the OPG, almost always for avoidable errors. The most common reasons an LPA is refused, and how to avoid each one.
Read →The correct order to sign an LPA
Signing an LPA in the wrong order is the top reason it gets rejected. The correct order to sign a lasting power of attorney, and why the dates matter.
Read →Alternatives
LPAs and the alternatives
LPA vs Court of Protection: which is cheaper?
The difference between a lasting power of attorney and the Court of Protection, why an LPA is far cheaper and faster, and what happens if you wait too long.
Read →What is the difference between a will and an LPA?
A will and a lasting power of attorney do completely different jobs. The difference between a will and an LPA, and why most people need both.
Read →What happens if you don't have an LPA?
Without a lasting power of attorney, no one can automatically manage your affairs if you lose capacity. What really happens, and the Court of Protection route.
Read →LPASafe covers England and Wales only. Scotland and Northern Ireland use different systems. We are not a law firm and do not give legal advice. The LP1F and LP1H forms are available free on gov.uk.
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