Lasting Power of Attorney Solicitors in Manchester

Our LPA Solicitors in Manchester deliver expert legal advice to help you secure a Lasting Power of Attorney with clarity and confidence.

A Lasting Power of Attorney is a legal document that lets you appoint someone you trust to make decisions on your behalf if you become unable to do so yourself. It can cover financial affairs, health and welfare decisions, or both. Preparing an LPA is one of the most important steps you can take to protect your future and ensure your wishes are followed.

We provide a clear and structured service to help you put a Lasting Power of Attorney in place without confusion or delay. Our LPA Solicitors will take time to understand your personal circumstances, draft the necessary documents accurately, and guide you through each stage of the process from instruction to registration.

We have been advising clients on LPAs since 2005, delivering reliable, legally sound support backed by years of practical experience. As a firm regulated by the Solicitors Regulation Authority (SRA), we are committed to the highest standards of service and integrity. We’re proud to help individuals and families across Greater Manchester plan ahead with confidence.

Speak to our team today to arrange your Lasting Power of Attorney with clear guidance and expert legal support.

You can cancel an LPA you have made at any time when you still have capacity (including after registration).

How can our LPA Solicitors help?

Putting a Lasting Power of Attorney in place can feel complex, but our experienced LPA Solicitors are here to provide clear guidance and complete legal support throughout.

When you work with us, we will:

• Advise you on the different types of LPA and which is right for your situation
• Help you choose appropriate attorneys and define their responsibilities
• Prepare all necessary documentation with accuracy and care
• Ensure your wishes are clearly recorded and legally enforceable
• Handle the application process and registration with the Office of the Public Guardian
• Provide ongoing support if changes or revocation are ever required

We tailor our service to your individual needs, ensuring that your LPA is fully compliant and reflects your intentions with clarity. With extensive experience in private client matters, you can rely on our team to manage the legal detail while you retain control and peace of mind.

What is a Lasting Power of Attorney?

A Lasting Power of Attorney (LPA) is a legal document that allows you to give someone you trust the authority to make decisions on your behalf if you lose mental capacity in the future. It ensures that important matters can be managed by a person of your choosing, rather than being left to the courts. There are two types of LPA:

• Property and Financial Affairs LPA which covers decisions about your money, bills, banking, investments, and property
• Health and Welfare LPA which covers decisions about your medical care, daily routine, living arrangements, and treatment preferences

You can choose to make one or both, depending on your needs. Each type must be registered with the Office of the Public Guardian before it can be used.

An LPA gives you control over who acts for you and what they can do. It is a vital step in planning ahead and making sure your voice is heard, even if you are no longer able to speak for yourself.

This is different to a Limited Power of Attorney, which is only valid while you retain mental capacity and is used for short-term or specific matters.

What are the Different Types of Lasting Power of Attorney?

Anyone over the age of 18 can create a Lasting Power of Attorney, and there are two types available depending on the areas of life you wish to protect.

Property and Financial Affairs LPA

This type of LPA allows your chosen attorney to manage your finances and property. It can be used while you still have mental capacity, if you want support in handling your affairs, or it can be set to take effect only if you lose capacity in the future.

You can choose to limit your attorney’s authority to certain decisions, or give them full control over your financial matters. Common responsibilities under this LPA include:

• Managing bank accounts and paying bills
• Collecting pensions or benefits
• Paying a mortgage or rent
• Making investment decisions
• Buying or selling your home

Health and Welfare LPA

This LPA gives your attorney the legal authority to make decisions about your personal health and care. It only comes into effect if you lose the ability to make these decisions yourself. It can cover matters such as:

• Where you live and who you have contact with
• Your daily care and medical treatment
• Decisions about life-sustaining treatment (if specifically authorised)
• Consent or refusal of care in line with your preferences

Both types of LPA must be registered with the Office of the Public Guardian before they can be used. Many people choose to have both in place to ensure all areas of their life are covered.

Contact our Lasting Power of Attorney Solicitors in Manchester today to find out how we can help you prepare the right documents and protect your future with confidence.

When is a Lasting Power of Attorney Most Useful?

A Lasting Power of Attorney is essential for future planning. It allows you to make clear arrangements now, in case you are unable to make decisions later due to illness, accident, or age-related conditions such as dementia.

Common situations where an LPA can provide protection and peace of mind include:

• Planning ahead in case of loss of mental capacity
• Receiving a diagnosis of a progressive or neurological condition
• Wanting to avoid court involvement in decisions about your care or finances
• Ensuring a trusted person can access your bank accounts or pay bills if needed
• Giving family or carers legal authority to speak with healthcare providers
• Setting out preferences for care, medical treatment, or living arrangements

Unlike a Limited Power of Attorney, which is only valid while you have capacity, an LPA remains in effect even if you are no longer able to make decisions for yourself.

Preparing an LPA in advance helps avoid uncertainty and provides clear direction for those close to you when it matters most. If you want to plan ahead and protect your future decisions, our LPA Solicitors in Manchester are here to guide you through the process with clarity and care.

What Happens if There is No LPA in Place?

If someone loses mental capacity and no Lasting Power of Attorney has been registered, their loved ones do not automatically have the legal authority to make decisions on their behalf. This can make even simple tasks such as managing bank accounts or speaking to care providers extremely difficult.

In these cases, the only option is to apply to the Court of Protection for a deputyship order. This is a formal process that allows the court to appoint a deputy to manage the person’s affairs. Key differences include:

• Applications to the Court of Protection can take several months, leaving families without legal authority during that time
• The process involves higher costs, including court fees, medical assessments, and ongoing reporting requirements
• The court has the final say on who is appointed, which may not reflect the wishes of the person who has lost capacity
• Deputies face stricter rules and less flexibility, often needing approval for certain financial or care decisions

Putting a Lasting Power of Attorney in place early avoids these issues, giving you control and easing the burden on those you trust to act for you. Speak to our experienced LPA Solicitors in Manchester today for clear, practical guidance on how to get started.

How Long Does Appointing a Lasting Power of Attorney Take?

The time our work takes to conclude will depend on precisely what we are asked to do, but we would generally expect to have taken your instructions within two days of you having bought this product, and we would normally expect to have produced the finished product within 10 working days of your decision to buy the product.

Special dispatch may be available where necessary (possibly at extra charge in some cases – please ask). Registration of an LPA with the OPG can take 6 – 12 weeks for the OPG to process. Our work for you will include:

• Taking your instructions and producing from them a Lasting Power of Attorney document
• Guiding you through the process of executing it and overseeing completion
• Checking that the execution appears to be legally compliant
• Managing completion of the LPAs for attorneys, even if they live remotely
• If you wish, we can also securely store the original document for you providing you with a copy for your retention at no extra cost
• Applying to register your LPA with the OPG if you require.

Money Matters

We are SRA-regulated Mounteney Solicitors, that charges VAT some customers may be able to reclaim

Our work will be charged at a fixed-fee of:

For Registered LPAs (recommended):

For a Single Person

1 LPA:

• £400 + VAT + £82 OPG Fee = £562 inc VAT for making one LPA for one person, and registering it with OPG [£562 price includes the OPG’s £82 registration fee]

2 LPAs:

• £750 + VAT + £164.00 OPG Fee = £1064.00 inc VAT for making both LPAs for one person, and registering them with OPG [£1064 price includes the OPG’s £164 total registration fees]

Couples Price

1 LPA each:

• £750 + VAT + £164 OPG Fee = £1064 inc VAT for making one LPA for both people in a couple, and registering them with OPG [£1064 price includes the OPG’s £164 total registration fees]

For 2 LPAs each:

• £1,350 + VAT + £328 OPG Fees = £1,948.00 inc VAT for making both LPAs for a couple, and registering them with OPG [£1,948.00 price includes the OPG’s £328 total registration fees]

For Unregistered LPAs

Single person Prices

One LPA:

• £225 + VAT = £270.00 inc VAT for making one LPA for one person, without registering it with the OPG

Both LPAs:

• £375.00 + VAT = £450.00 inc VAT for making both LPAs for one person, without registering them

Couples Price

One LPA each:

• £375 + VAT = £450.00 inc VAT for making one LPA for both people in a couple, without registering them

Both LPAs each:

• £650 + VAT = £780.00 inc VAT for making both LPAs for a couple without registering them

There is more about our fees on our website here

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Contact our LPA Solicitors in Manchester

If you are looking to set up a Lasting Power of Attorney, our experienced LPA Solicitors are here to provide expert guidance and a dependable, personalised service. We will ensure your wishes are clearly reflected and your documents are prepared and registered with care and efficiency.

As established Solicitors in Stockport, we have been helping individuals and families across Greater Manchester since 2005. We are known for delivering legal advice with clarity, accuracy, and a genuine commitment to client confidence.

We have offices in Bramhall, Cheadle, Hazel Grove and Heald Green, and we support clients throughout Stockport and Manchester, including Altrincham, Marple, Poynton, Wilmslow, and Sale. To make the process even more convenient, we also offer virtual consultations to fit around your schedule.

Contact us today to speak to one of our Lasting Power of Attorney Solicitors and take the next step in planning for the future with confidence.