Powers of Attorney

 One day you may reach a stage in life when you are no longer capable of managing your own affairs  . It is possible to plan for such an eventuality by putting in place a Power of Attorney.  This is a legal document which allows someone you trust , usually a relative or close friend, to act on your behalf and take  all-important financial and welfare decisions for you, in other words for them  to act as your "attorney".

Unfortunately, people seldom recognise the importance of putting in place a Power for Attorney and leave the thought until it is too late.

A Power of Attorney can only be put in place while you are of sound mind.  If you leave it too late and need help to manage your affairs then a "guardianship order" will have to be applied for through the courts.  This is a lengthy and expensive process.

It is much more advisable for you to take control now and  nominate a person of your choice to manage your affairs prior to the need arising.

There is a clause which we can include within your Power of Attorney which ensures that the attorney's power is not activated until you are unfit to look after your affairs. 

Don't delay - for further information or or an appointment or  home visit please email us at enquiries@mcclure-solicitors.co.uk or telephone us on 01475 888222