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What is an Enduring Power of Attorney?

Posted: 28 August

An EPA is a document authorising one or more people (Attorneys) to manage financial and property matters on behalf of an individual (Donor), in the event that the Donor loses mental capacity. It is no longer possible to create...

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Deputyship Orders

Posted: 17 May

In recent years, the perceived stigma around mental health and health care issues have been alleviated. As a society we are more prepared to discuss and plan for our futures with this in mind. Increasingly, we are seeing clients...

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What is a Lasting Power of Attorney?

Posted: 19 October

A Lasting Power of Attorney (“LPA”) is a legal document which allows you to appoint, people of your choosing, called Attorneys, to make decisions for you when you are unable to make them for yourself. There are two types...

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Lasting Powers of Attorney – How to be an Attorney

Posted: 11 May

A Lasting Power of Attorney (“LPA”) allows an individual to appoint Attorneys to make decisions for them either under their instruction or when they are unable to make them due to a lack of mental capacity. Mental capacity for...

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Why do I need a Lasting Power of Attorney?

Posted: 02 February

Lasting Powers of Attorney (LPAs) are a legal tool allowing you (Donor), to appoint someone (Attorney) to make certain decisions on your behalf, if you are unable to make decision for yourself in the future. An LPA can assist...

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Everything You Need to Know About a Restraint Order

In England and Wales, a restraint order is a court order used in criminal...

- 01 March 2026

What Is a Prenuptial Agreement and Should You Get One?

Many people associate prenuptial agreements with high-profile divorces or celebrity wealth, but they are...

- 26 February 2026

What Rights Does a Common Law Partner Have?

Many couples live together without marrying or entering a civil partnership. This often leads...

- 18 February 2026

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