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All about Lasting Powers of Attorney

All About Lasting Powers of Attorney The first thing to do here is to give you a simple definition of what a Lasting Power of Attorney (LPA) is. An LPA is a legal document. In it you appoint people – your attorneys – to act on your behalf in the event of your becoming physically […]

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The Two Types of Lasting Power of Attorney

The Two Types of Lasting Power of Attorney If you’ve not yet got around to sorting out your Lasting Power of Attorney now is as good a time as any. And I’m here to guide you through it all. Did you know, for instance, that there are two types of Lasting Power of Attorney (LPA)? […]

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I’ve got a Lasting Power of Attorney. Do I Need a Living Will Too?

I’ve got a Lasting Power of Attorney. Do I Need a Living Will Too? Before we look at the question of whether you need a Living Will as well as a Lasting Power of Attorney, let’s have a look at what characterises the two things. A Living Will, or Advanced Decision, lets you say no […]