Lasting Powers of Attorney in Devon & Cornwall

A Lasting Power of Attorney (LPA) in Devon & Cornwall allows you to legally appoint someone you trust to make decisions on your behalf if you lose mental capacity or are no longer able to manage your own affairs. Learn about how LPAs work, what they cover, why we only charge £125 when most charge £250 plus, and how to put the right arrangements in place to protect your finances, health, and wellbeing.

We provide professional Lasting Power of Attorney services across Devon and Cornwall, helping individuals and families create clear, legally recognised documents that are registered with the Office of the Public Guardian.

An LPA gives your chosen attorney authority to make decisions about your property, finances, health, and welfare if you become unable to do so yourself. This ensures your wishes are followed and reduces uncertainty or stress for your loved ones at a difficult time.

Whether you are planning ahead or updating your arrangements, this guide explains everything in plain English, including what an LPA covers, how it works, and what it costs to set one up.

Our Lasting Power of Attorney Services Include:

Property & Financial Affairs LPAs
Health & Welfare LPAs
Guidance on choosing attorneys
LPA document preparation and support
Office of the Public Guardian registration assistance
Home visits and remote appointments

Please do take a look at out Lasting Power of Attorney Guidance page for more details

Why Choose Us?

Local LPA specialists serving Devon & Cornwall
Fixed fees from only £125 per application
Friendly, straightforward advice
Flexible appointments to suit you
Professionally prepared legal documents

Protect your future and ensure your wishes are respected with professional Lasting Powers of Attorney services in Devon & Cornwall.

Types of Power of Attorney in the UK

There are different types of Power of Attorney, depending on your circumstances.

An Ordinary Power of Attorney is used for short-term situations where you still have mental capacity but need someone to temporarily manage your affairs, such as during travel or illness.

A Lasting Power of Attorney (LPA) is the most important form for long-term planning. It remains valid even if you lose mental capacity and is widely used as part of modern estate planning in the UK.

An Enduring Power of Attorney (EPA) is an older arrangement that is no longer created, although existing EPAs may still be valid if made before October 2007.

Why You Shouldn’t Wait

It’s a common misconception that a Lasting Power of Attorney is something you only need later in life.

In reality, unexpected situations can happen at any age and often when you least expect them. This could be due to an accident, a sudden illness, a medical emergency, or a loss of mental capacity.

Without an LPA in place, things can quickly become more complicated for your loved ones. They don’t automatically have the legal authority to step in and help, even if they are closest to you. In some cases, access to finances can be temporarily restricted, and important decisions may be delayed. Families will also find themselves needing to apply to the Court of Protection to be appointed, which takes time, costs up to £3,000 and adds unnecessary stress at an already difficult moment.

Putting an LPA in place now simply helps ensure that, if the unexpected happens, the right people can act quickly and in line with your wishes.

Why People Set Up an LPA

Most people put a Lasting Power of Attorney in place because they want peace of mind that, if something happens, the right people can step in and help without unnecessary complications.

It means you stay in control of who makes decisions for you, rather than leaving it to the courts to decide. You choose the people you trust most to act on your behalf.

It also helps ensure day-to-day financial matters can continue without disruption. Things like bills, mortgages, and other commitments can still be managed when needed.

On the health side, it gives reassurance that your chosen person can speak up for your preferences if important medical decisions ever need to be made.

Most importantly, it helps reduce stress for your family. With the right arrangements already in place, there’s less uncertainty, fewer delays, and no need for unnecessary court involvement at an already difficult time.

Explore the Different Types of LPA

Health & Welfare LPA

Property & Finance LPA

Lasting Power of Attorney or a Will?

A Lasting Power of Attorney (LPA) and a Will serve two very different but equally important purposes in your overall estate planning.

An LPA protects you during your lifetime. It allows people you trust to make decisions on your behalf if you lose mental capacity or are unable to manage your own affairs. This can include decisions about your finances, property, health, and welfare, ensuring your day-to-day life can continue with minimal disruption.

A Will, however, only takes effect after your death. It sets out how your money, property, and personal belongings should be distributed, and who should carry out your wishes.

Together, an LPA and a Will form the foundation of a complete estate plan. For most people, the most effective approach is to have both in place and properly structured, ensuring there are no gaps in protection at any stage of life or after death.

Our LPA Fees

We can help in two different ways and that really depends on how confident you feel about completing forms and checking signatures.

LPA Application Drafting Service

- £125 per LPA

This includes preparation of the application, advice on attorneys and how they should act, advice on Certificate Providers and a comprehensive signing guide.

LPA full checking and OPG Submission Service

- £165 per LPA

Sensibly, most people choose to set up both types, as they cover different areas of life.

Drop us an email at enquiries@twplan.co.uk and tell us how we can help, book directly or just give us a call on 01822752055

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