Make Sure The People You Trust Can Help When It Matters Most

A Lasting Power of Attorney gives the people you trust the legal authority to help manage your affairs if you're ever unable to do so yourself. Friendly home visits available across South Wales.

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What Is a Lasting Power of Attorney?

A Lasting Power of Attorney (LPA) is a legal document that allows you to choose people you trust to make decisions on your behalf if you're ever unable to make them yourself.

Many people worry that creating a Lasting Power of Attorney means giving up control. In reality, you'll remain in control of your own affairs for as long as you're able to make your own decisions.

If a time comes when support is needed, whether through illness, an accident or a loss of mental capacity, the people you've chosen can legally step in and help when it's needed.

There are two types of Lasting Power of Attorney. One covers Property and Financial Affairs, while the other covers Health and Welfare decisions.

Without a Lasting Power of Attorney, even close family members may be unable to make important decisions on your behalf without applying through the Court of Protection, a process that can be both stressful and expensive.

A Lasting Power of Attorney gives you peace of mind that the people you trust most can help when it matters most, while allowing you to remain in control of your own affairs for as long as possible.

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The Best Time To Put A Lasting Power Of Attorney In Place Is Before You Need It

A Lasting Power of Attorney can only be created while you still have the mental capacity to make one. By putting one in place now, you remain in control of who can help you, how decisions are made, and what happens if circumstances change in the future.

Most appointments take around 40 minutes and can be completed from the comfort of your own home.

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Understanding The Two Types Of Lasting Power Of Attorney

Most people are surprised to learn there are two different types of Lasting Power of Attorney. Each document serves a different purpose and together they provide comprehensive protection for both your financial affairs and personal welfare.

Property and Financial Affairs

This allows your chosen attorneys to help manage:

  • Bank accounts
  • Savings and investments
  • Paying bills
  • Property matters
  • Pensions
  • Financial organisations
This type of Lasting Power of Attorney can be used with your permission whilst you still have capacity, or if you lose capacity in the future.
Health and Welfare

This allows your chosen attorneys to make decisions about:

  • Medical treatment
  • Care arrangements
  • Daily welfare
  • Living arrangements
  • Care homes
  • End of life decisions
This type of Lasting Power of Attorney can only be used if you are unable to make decisions for yourself.

Why Most Clients Choose Both

Most of my clients choose both types of Lasting Power of Attorney to ensure every aspect of their affairs is protected. Whilst each document can be prepared separately, having both in place provides complete peace of mind for you and your loved ones.

Understanding Registration Fees

The Office of the Public Guardian charges a registration fee for each Lasting Power of Attorney submitted. Depending on your circumstances, you may qualify for a reduction or exemption from these fees.

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Fee Exemption

Some applicants may qualify for a full exemption from Office of the Public Guardian registration fees, meaning no registration fee is payable.

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Fee Remission

Depending on your circumstances, you may qualify for a reduction in Office of the Public Guardian registration fees.

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Standard Registration Fee

Where a reduction or exemption does not apply, the current Office of the Public Guardian registration fee is £92 per document.

Not Sure What Applies To You?

During your appointment, I'll explain any registration fees that may apply, check whether you're eligible for a reduction or exemption, and guide you through the process from start to finish.

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Why Families Across South Wales Choose Nathan Richards

Choosing the right person to help with your Lasting Powers of Attorney is important. Here's what some of the families I've recently helped had to say.

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"We are very grateful to Nathan Richards helping us to set up our Lasting Power of Attorney change of property ownership and writing our wills. Nathan visited our home and took the time to explain everything and talked us through the various stages ensuring that we understood the options and getting everything just right. He completed the necessary paperwork for all documentation. Nathan was very patient, professional and caring making sure that we understood everything before signing. Thank you, Nathan, for your guidance and excellent service Recommend without hesitation."

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Gary Thomas
Porthcawl
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"Nathan was so approachable and extremely helpful with every aspect of our Power of Attorney completion. I would and have recommend him to family and friends he was fully educated in all areas of our requests and nothing was to much trouble for him he explained ever aspect fully and made it so easy to understand. He was a lovely friendly person which is acredit to him and his company. Extremely pleased with all aspects thank you for all your help."

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Ray Deane
Tonypandy
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"Nathan came to my home to set up my Power of Attorney, he made it all very easy and painless. I would definitely recommend him to anyone who's thinking of setting one up. Nathan is very friendly and professional."

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Jennifer Hammett
Newport
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"Well what an amazing experience! Nathan made my mother’s power of attorney feel so relaxed while still explaining everything to her and myself. My mother was over the moon that you made it feel so relaxing. I can’t express how grateful we are to Nathan. You were a pleasure Thank you for getting this done in such a wonderful manner."

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Beverley Griffiths
Kenfig Hill
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"I recently used Nathan to help with my mother’s Power of Attorney and he was amazing. Super friendly and made everything really easy to understand. The whole process was smooth and stress free. I’d definitely recommend him to anyone who needs this done."

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Jade Simmons
Ferndale

A Personal Service From Start To Finish

Every family is different. That's why I take the time to understand your circumstances, explain your options clearly and guide you through the process in plain English. Whether you prefer a home visit, telephone appointment or Zoom consultation, I'll help ensure your Lasting Powers of Attorney are completed correctly and with confidence.

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