Power of Attorney & Court of Protection Solicitors

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Powers of Attorney & Court of Protection Solicitors

We understand the importance of planning for your future.

If you are concerned about losing the ability to manage your affairs in the future, or a family member is no longer able to manage their own affairs, Butcher & Barlow work across the North West and are here to provide you with expert advice tailored to your particular circumstances.

Do not assume that your spouse or civil partner is able to deal with your banks and pensions, or make decisions about your healthcare, without formal authority. This is not the case, and our Private Client team is here to ensure that you have the knowledge and understanding to secure the best possible approach to safeguarding your family’s future.

What are Powers of Attorney?

At Butcher & Barlow, we always try to speak your language but occasionally we have to use legal terms. Our Glossary will help you understand those phrases that may seem a little alien to you.

Our team are on hand to support you and your family when you need us. If you would like to arrange an appointment to discuss your situation, whether that be by video, telephone or in-person please get in touch with any member of our team. Alternatively, complete our Enquiry form and we will call you back as soon as possible.

How can we help you?

Lasting Powers of Attorney (LPA):

In order to enter into a LPA, and grant someone the authority to make decisions about your financial affairs and health and welfare, it is essential that you are able to understand its implications. It is therefore crucial that the LPA is made whilst you are of sound mind and so it is never too early to consider putting one in place.

Court of Protection Applications:

If an individual loses capacity it is necessary for somebody to be appointed to look after their affairs in relation to both finances and welfare. If that individual does not have a Lasting Power of Attorney in place, someone must step forward to offer their services to be appointed by the Court. In this situation, they are known as a Deputy. This is a tricky and laborious process and expert guidance is essential.

Enduring Powers of Attorney (EPA’s):

EPA’s created prior to October 2007 remain effective and valid, but for an Attorney to act under them, they must be registered with the Office of the Public Guardian if the donor is losing or has lost mental capacity. Our team can advise and guide on both the registration process and the rules which apply to the Attorney.

Ordinary Powers of Attorney:

If you have mental capacity but need someone to temporarily look after your financial affairs, for example if you are on holiday or in hospital, or simply cannot get out, this type of Power of Attorney may be suitable for you. Our team can advise you on its suitability and ensure that the document is drafted in such a way as to protect you and your money from misuse.

Helpful Downloads

Powers of Attorney and Court of Protection

Powers of Attorney and Court of Protection

Lasting Powers of Attorney for Business Owners

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Powers of Attorney and Court of Protection

A Guide to Lasting Powers of Attorney

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Powers of Attorney & Court of Protection Insights

22nd Nov 2023
By Butcher & Barlow,

What our clients say about our Powers of Attorney & Court of Protection Service

Thank you all especially Helen for all your kindness while sorting out my affairs.

I am very satisfied with the service provided by Helen at Butcher & Barlow. In fact, all the staff I have dealt with were very kind in my transaction. I would not hesitate to recommend them to my friends.

Everything was explained in detail to us when asking for Powers of Attorney. The service was very efficient and would highly recommend Butcher & Barlow our local solicitors.

We found Emily very personable and knowledgeable and thought the whole process proceeded extremely well. I have recommended Emily to two people so far for POA.

The time had come for us to make Wills and Powers of Attorney. We were impressed from the initial telephone conversation to our meetings with Chris Hopkins, who was professional, knowledgeable and friendly. We are happy in the knowledge that our needs and wishes were catered for according to our requests. We would recommend and were happy with the costs.

Emma has always treated our family with kindness and respect. She is very professional and knowledgable in her work. We highly recommend Emma.

Thank you for organising our Wills and Powers Of Attorney. From our initial appointment you explained, in complete detail, all the legalities involved and in layman's terms making it easier for us to understand. Thank you for the professional manner in which you managed these matters.

Emma Delaney was very professional but also friendly. Emma put us both at ease with her manner and explained all we needed to know about Powers Of Attorney. We felt it was the perfect thing to do as we are getting older now and no one knows what the future holds.

Recently I needed a will drawn up and a lasting power of attorney arranged with regard to my mother. Chris Hopkins was very knowledgeable and extremely helpful in making those problems easy to arrange. It was done efficiently and with care and attention to the detail I wanted. Chris was extremely friendly and courteous while dealing with the transactions and I felt that the fees were reasonable. I have no hesitation in recommending him and will be contacting him again if the need arises