Take Control of Your Future with a Financial Power of Attorney
Whether you're planning ahead for yourself or have been trusted with the role of an attorney, a Property & Financial Affairs LPA provides security and peace of mind. Our specialist SRA-regulated solicitors are here to make the entire process clear, simple, and legally sound, ensuring decisions are always made in your best interest.
What is Your Situation?
Whether you are planning for the future or facing an urgent crisis, the right legal path is crucial. Select your situation below to see how we can provide immediate, expert help.
Take Control with a Lasting Power of Attorney (LPA)
By creating an LPA now, you appoint someone you trust to manage your financial affairs if you ever can't. This is the simplest, most powerful way to protect your assets and ensure your decisions are respected, avoiding future legal complications for your family.
Get Authority with a Deputyship Order
If a loved one has already lost the ability to manage their finances and has no LPA, you need to act. We can guide you through the process of applying to the Court of Protection for a Deputyship Order, giving you the legal authority to handle their affairs and ensure their needs are met.
Our Commitment to You, Backed by Real Clients
"Very friendly and professional service. They made the process of making a Health & Welfare LPA straightforward and stress-free. I was kept informed at every stage and felt I was in very safe hands."
"Excellent communication and a very professional service. They explained everything clearly... I wouldn't hesitate to recommend them."
Why Expert Legal Advice is Not Optional
The High Cost of a "Simple" Mistake
A DIY or improperly drafted LPA can be declared invalid, often at the moment it's needed most. In the well-known UK case of Re PG [2013], the court invalidated an LPA because the "certificate provider" did not properly discuss the document with the donor, leaving the family facing the lengthy and costly deputyship process they had tried to avoid.
Our solicitors ensure every legal requirement is meticulously met, protecting the document—and your family—from future challenges.
This public case illustrates a key legal principle. It was not a case in which Wildlings Solicitors acted.
Your Questions Answered
Your primary duty is to always act in the best interests of the person you are helping. This includes keeping their finances separate from your own, maintaining accurate accounts, and making prudent decisions about their money and property. As a Deputy, you are supervised by the Office of the Public Guardian (OPG) and must submit an annual report.
This is a difficult but common scenario. If your parent still has mental capacity (understands the decision and its consequences), you cannot force them. However, if they have already lost capacity, it is too late for an LPA. In this case, your only option is to apply to the Court of Protection for a Deputyship Order. We strongly advise seeking legal advice immediately to assess the situation.
No, absolutely not. An attorney or deputy has no authority to change the person's Will. Their role is to manage the person's assets for their benefit during their lifetime. The Will only takes effect upon death.
Creating an LPA is a fixed-fee service, making it a predictable and affordable investment in your future. A Deputyship application is more complex and costly due to court fees and the extensive legal work required. We provide a clear, transparent breakdown of all costs from the very beginning. Please note, we operate on a private fee basis and **do not offer 'No Win No Fee'** agreements for this type of work.
Don't Face This Alone. Get Expert Legal Clarity.
A financial LPA or Deputyship application is one of the most important legal processes you can undertake. Let our specialist solicitors provide the clear, authoritative guidance you need.
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