Planning for the future is essential, and creating a Power of Attorney ensures that your affairs are handled by someone you trust if you become unable to manage them yourself. At North Ainley, our expert private client team is here to guide you through this process with care and professionalism.
A Power of Attorney is a legal document that allows you to appoint someone you trust (your "attorney") to make decisions on your behalf. There are two main types of Powers of Attorney:
Lasting Power of Attorney (LPA): Property and Financial Affairs: Manage your finances, including paying bills, handling investments, or selling property.
Health and Welfare: Make decisions about your healthcare, medical treatment, and personal welfare.
General Power of Attorney: A temporary arrangement for specific situations, such as when you're abroad or unavailable.
What Is a Power of Attorney?
A Power of Attorney is a legal document that allows you to appoint someone you trust (your "attorney") to make decisions on your behalf. There are two main types of Powers of Attorney:
Lasting Power of Attorney (LPA): Property and Financial Affairs: Manage your finances, including paying bills, handling investments, or selling property.
Health and Welfare: Make decisions about your healthcare, medical treatment, and personal welfare.
General Power of Attorney: A temporary arrangement for specific situations, such as when you're abroad or unavailable.
Why Create a Power of Attorney?
Life is unpredictable, and a Power of Attorney provides peace of mind that your affairs will be in safe hands if you’re unable to manage them due to illness, accident, or age-related conditions. Without one, your loved ones may face delays and legal complications in acting on your behalf.
How We Can Help:
- Expert Advice: We’ll help you understand the different types of Powers of Attorney and their implications.
- Drafting and Registration: Ensuring your Power of Attorney is correctly prepared and registered with the Office of the Public Guardian.
- Tailored Guidance: Helping you choose the right attorney(s) and ensure the document reflects your specific needs and preferences.
Why Choose North Ainley?
- Trusted Expertise: Our experienced team specialises in private client work, delivering clear and practical advice.
- Personalised Service: We take the time to understand your circumstances and tailor our approach to your requirements.
- Compassionate Approach: We understand these decisions can be sensitive and provide empathetic, confidential support.
Don’t wait for the unexpected—take proactive steps to protect your interests with a Power of Attorney. Contact North Ainley today to discuss your needs and ensure your peace of mind for the future.
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What our clients say
Jill Gregory and Team were excellent. We would not hesitate to recommend North Ainley to others and we would certainly use them again ourselves. 
The whole process was smooth from start to finish. Thank you.
Thank you to Kirsty and all the staff. Best wishes.
The service we received for my mum's will was amazing. We were made to feel very comfortable. The process was explained in detail and in a way that my mum could understand. Will definitely reccomend in future to all family and friends.
Michelle made me feel at ease when I came in to see her, which made things a lot easier for me.
We have used the services of North Ainley several times and consistently find the service approach to our needs to be excellent in every regard. Michelle has that unique ability to be friendly and approachable and is an asset to the Practice. Thanks!
Cassie is amazing with her speed, efficiency, helpfulness and support. I would never use anyone else.
All aspects excellent.
Cassie was excellent!
Jenny went over and above requirements and brought a form to my home for me to sign, as I was going abroad the next day. Thank you.
Excellent service and communication skills, very quick and efficient. We would highly reccomend North Ainley.
Pleased with the service and outcome. Many thanks.
We would like to thank you very much for the excellent service we received for both cases you handled on our behalf. It was a pleasure doing business with yourselves and we will not hesitate if we require any further assistance with future matters.
Thanks for your ongoing help with our affairs from will writing to the sale of the house.
My thanks to Jenny for explaining my Lasting Power of Attorney so clealy and as much as possible in laymens terms. Also thank you for the personal contact that North Ainley provide.
Anna took the time to explain everything in terms we were able to understand and also took time to answer any questions we asked. Thank you.
I would just like to thank you for what you did for us. You was excellent. I will be using you for my Will and other matters. Thank you.
Vinesh was highly professional and the speed of transaction was excellent, superbly assisted by Cassie.
I felt assured that my sale was being dealt with in a professional manner and was comfortable contacting someone without feeling like I was mithering or being a nuisance.
Jenny was very helpful, kind and explained everything clearly to me.
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