Following recent changes in the law, the appointment of an Attorney is a much more complicated procedure than previously. It is now possible to appoint an Attorney to act on your behalf in relation to your Property and Affairs and separately in relation to your Personal Welfare by preparing a Lasting of Attorney.

Prior to 1^st October 2007, a client could complete an Enduring Power of Attorney (EPA). Any existing EPA is still valid and can be used. If the donor of the EPA loses mental capacity the EPA must be registered with the Court of Protection; there is a strict procedure to follow. We can help you to register with the Court.

For further information please contact our Probate department on 0161 624 6811.

Typical cases include:

• An elderly client appointing a son and/or daughter to act as an Attorney.
• A married couple appointing each other as Attorney in the event of loss of mental capacity eg a road accident.
• Appointing an Attorney who can give or refuse consent to life-sustaining treatment on your behalf.
• Registering an Enduring Power of Attorney/ Lasting Power of Attorney.