Have you ever considered who would manage your affairs if you were no longer able to do so for yourself? There are a variety of circumstances when this might be necessary-mental or physical incapacity for instance. And, with new legislation which came into effect on 1st October 2007, you can now also appoint someone, if you wish, to also make decisions on your personal welfare if you lose the capacity to do this for yourself. This new document is called a Lasting power of Attorney.
It is entirely up to you as to what type of LPA that you as the donor wish to make. It can include property and financial affairs AND/OR personal welfare (including giving or refusing consent to treatment)
Your attorney(s) will only be able to make health and welfare decisions for you if you lose the capacity to do this for yourself.
Have you made a Will yet? If not, it is possible that after your death, your possessions may not go to who you want them to go to, as a court would decide.
To find out more about how to make an LPA, and making a Will if you have not already done so, contact Colin Simpson at
Collective Legal Solutions on 0116 2750493 or by completing the form below.
