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If you lose the capacity to manage your own finances and make decisions about your welfare the situation can create significant difficulties for those closest to you. Watch one of our short videos on the reasons for why a Lasting Power of Attorney (LPA) can help:
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Guiding you through
Lasting Power of Attorney (LPA) Matters
Guiding you through
Lasting Power of Attorney (LPA) Matters
What is an Lasting Power of Attorney
An LPA appoints a person or persons, known as attorneys to act on your behalf if you are unable to do so yourself (even after you have lost mental capacity).
If you do not have an LPA in place and lose mental capacity, it would be necessary for someone to make an expensive and time-consuming application to the Court of Protection in order to act on your behalf. This person, known as a Deputy must act under the supervision of the Court of Protection.
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What Are the Different Types of Lasting Power of Attorney
Financial – This LPA appoints your attorney to deal with your financial affairs, for example to pay your bills, sell your property or investments and operate your bank accounts.
Health – This LPA appoints your attorney to make decisions about matters such as your medical treatment, your diet, your care and life sustaining treatment.
You can have either or both types of LPA.
How Our Experienced Lasting Power of Attorney Solicitors Can Help
Whilst it is possible to make your LPAs online, just like with the preparation of your Will, it is important to obtain the right advice so that your LPA is correctly drafted to suit your personal circumstances and achieves your objectives.
Failure to do so may necessitate the preparation of a fresh LPA which unfortunately we have had to do for a number of our clients. You want to ensure the LPA document you have in place works and can be relied upon at a time when you need to use it especially if at that stage, you lack the capacity to make a new LPA.
Here at OGR Stock Denton, we will use our legal expertise and combined years of experience in LPAs to advise you on the most appropriate form of LPA for your particular circumstances.
Here are some of the things to consider:
- Who will act as my attorney(s)? – should they be family members, friends or professional advisors?
- What if I have different requirements for my personal and business affairs
- Should my attorneys be appointed to act only together or independently of each other?
- Should they be authorised to act only when I have lost mental capacity or before?
- At what point should any replacement attorneys step in and how?
- What instructions or wishes should go into my LPA?
- How do I ensure that my LPA will be effective for the management of my investments?
- What about using my LPA for making gifts and/or Inheritance Tax planning?
- What issues are there in relation to life sustaining treatment?
If you would like further details about how we can help please contact a member of our Private Client team today.
Testimonials
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“We have used the services of OGR Stock Denton over recent years, for production of Wills, probate and house sale/conveyancing. On all counts, the service provided has been efficient and professional, and the staff approachable and supportive. Will continue to use OGR Stock Denton for future work as needed.”
“A big thank you to Priti Shah & Nicola Levy of handling my god father’s estate with patience, sensitivity & professionalism. It’s complex works especially dealing with assets from overseas but they have managed it so well. It’s a pleasure to be a client of them & I will continue to recommended them.”
“Me and my family where introduced to OGR Stock Denton regarding a number of matters that we needed to resolve. Not only was there a lot of money at stake but this was a dispute that involved family so a lot of emotion too. There was nothing the firm couldn’t do, we loved the fact they had an expert for every area we needed to deal with and they are very good at leveraging their colleagues experience and expertise. With regards to Ian Pearl who was our main point of contact, he was thorough, patient and always one step ahead. He was very good at making things manageable and would keep you informed every step of the way. I don’t think it is unfair to say that without Ian our current position as a family could be very different! We are extremely grateful and cannot thank OGR Stock Denton and Ian for their exceptional work and persistence throughout!”
“Our advisors very highly recommend OGR Stock Denton. They’re not the cheapest in the market but they’re expertise is second to none and they’re one of the best legal firms our advisors have had the pleasure in working with.”
“ All round brilliant team at OGR. After being badly let down by another solicitor, Priti Shah sorted our parents’ probates quickly and efficiently. She is very knowledgeable and on the ball and structured things in such a way she saved us lots of money. We also had conveyancing done by Ben Menaham which was smooth and hassle free and overseen by Michael Stock. Thank you.”
“I just wanted to drop you a line to say how great Tim has been from the time he joined the probate up until today.”
“Great service for our wills and POA.”
“I dealt with Jamie, and found him a very helpful and pleasant person to work with. He had much patience for our complications and queries, and was always happy to explain everything step by step in a very clear way. I gave him a rough ride, but he made it smooth for me.I would highly recommend to others!”
“A big thank you to Priti Shah & Nicola Levy of handling my father’s estate with patience, sensitivity & professionalism. It’s complex works especially dealing with assets from overseas but they have managed it very well. It’s a pleasure to be a client of them & I will continue to recommended them.”
“Dealt with Richard Denton. Extremely professional and pragmatic. A real pleasure.”
What Our Clients Say
“I called you with a difficult situation and within 30 minutes you had addressed the main issue and very clinically identified what needed to be done. Your attention to detail and your work approach are of such a high standard that i have no doubt whatsoever that any client you deal with will only have good things to say. You are a true ambassador to your firm and your profession, with the care you show and advice you give. I would like to thank you again for the wonderful job you did at such short notice and i have no hesitation in using your services again and recommending your firm.” – Meir
“I must thank you Ian, and Stephen, for your professionalism though the complex and protracted negotiations and for the support, understanding and patience you have shown me personally throughout.” – Malcolm
“I would like to say a huge thank you to Winston Kan of OGR Stock Denton LLP for the outstanding work he did on my car accident case. He supported me and my family through the long and exhausting process. There were times when I was ready to give up but he patiently and supportively guided me all the way. All the best wishes from me and my family.” – Hana
“Winston Kan & Michael Stock of OGR Stock Denton LLP have been a great support throughout the process and Winston has demonstrated the highest levels of professionalism and genuine care throughout this difficult process. I highly recommend these lawyers, they are very attentive and honourable.” – Aziza
“All round brilliant team at OGR. After being badly let down by another solicitor, Priti Shah sorted our parents’ probates quickly and efficiently. She is very knowledgeable and on the ball and structured things in such a way she saved us lots of money. We also had conveyancing done by Ben Menaham which was smooth and hassle free and overseen by Michael Stock. Thank you.” – Monica
“I owe you a great debt of gratitude for the kind, helpful, empathic way you dealt with me and went about your business at a time in my life when I was suffering huge emotional pain. I did not really understand what was happening to me but you did, and your advice was invaluable”. – Stephen Wiser
“A big thank you to Susan Bernstein for her help and support during my redundancy process, you made the legal part stress free and easy to follow. I fully trust your work and will recommend your services in the future.” – Meital
“ We completed our home move in June, beating the Stamp Duty deadline by 4 days, and were extremely satisfied with the way the whole selling and buying process was handled by Robert Rosenberg. He was super efficient and communicated with us constantly throughout the process. We highly recommend him. and OHR Stock Denton, to anyone looking for a painless and stress-free experience. ” – Colin