Why is Lasting Power of Attorney so important?

You may have heard the phrase Lasting Power of Attorney in the news and on TV, but what is it and what does it do?

What does an attorney acting under Property and Financial Affairs LPA actually do?

What are the important responsibilities for acting as an attorney under a financial and property LPA?

New rules to improve banks and building societies’ handling of power of attorney

The Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) has prompted banks to improve their bereavement and power of attorney services. Anna Woodcock, trainee solicitor in the private client team at Wake Smith looks at powers of attorney.

What is an LPA and what does it do?

You may have heard people talking about LPAs - but what are they and what do they do?