WHAT IS LASTING POWERS OF ATTORNEY?
A lasting power of attorney is a document that allows you to appoint a person(s) to help you make decisions or make decisions on your behalf.
HOW CAN LASTING POWERS OF ATTORNEY HELP YOU?
Bison Solicitors can confidently advise you on when and why appointing a Lasting Power of Attorney (LPA) is a good idea.
Financial Decisions
Bison Solicitors can assist in appointing an LPA for your financial affairs. The reasons you may wish to appoint a financial power of attorney may vary, however they can assist in:
- Managing bank accounts
- Continuing to pay bills
- Collecting benefits, pensions, and other monetary sums
- Selling property
Health and Welfare
A Health and Welfare power of attorney can make decisions regarding your care if you are unable to do so yourself. Bison can advise you on the importance of choosing someone if you feel you could need someone in the future. Health and Welfare power of attorneys can assist in:
- Choosing appropriate medical care
- Life-sustaining treatments
- General medical care decisions
- Your daily routine
Bison Solicitors can help create a plan for your future. We can discuss your best options and put the legal framework in place to give you confidence, so that should you ever become incapacitated – your financial and personal affairs are being taken care of.
Please feel free to contact our team for a no-obligation chat.
WHY CHOOSE BISON SOLICITORS FOR THIS SERVICE?
Making the decision to appoint an LPA can be for many reasons. Bison recognises that each individual will have their own reasons for doing so. We tailor each of our cases to suit you so that we can make sure that your best interests are taken care of.
You will be guided by your own personal Bison adviser, who will be able to clarify any of the processes which you may not understand.