Different Forms of Power of Attorney

Depending on your circumstances, it is possible for you to put in place the following forms of attorney:

• A general Power of Attorney – useful for situations where you are not going to be able to sign documents or deal with matters yourself. However such powers cannot help if you have lost mental capacity, either temporarily or permanently;
• A Lasting Power of Attorney - Property and Affairs – is a more useful form of attorney. If you put one in place and have it registered with the Office of the Public Guardian then this power will continue to operate even if you lose mental capacity. It will enable your attorneys to deal with your finances and your property.
• A Lasting Power of Attorney - Health and Welfare - this is designed to appoint persons to take decisions about you personal health and welfare in the event that you cannot take these yourself. It can include giving your attorneys the power to decide whether or not you should receive life sustaining treatment.

It is important to put in place an appropriate form of attorney to suit your situation and at Fraser Dawbarns we are able to provide you with expert guidance and advice in reaching your decision. If you would like help putting in place a Power of Attorney then please do not hesitate to contact us to discuss how we might assist you.

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