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No one likes to think about losing the ability to make their own decisions, but preparing for the future can now save your loved one’s time, stress and heartache. A Lasting Power of Attorney allows you to stay in control by choosing someone you trust to manage your affairs if you become unable to do so yourself.

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What Is a Lasting Power of Attorney?

A Lasting Power of Attorney (LPA) is a legal document that allows you to appoint someone you trust, known as your attorney, to make decisions on your behalf if you become unable to do so in the future. There are two types of LPA:

Health and Welfare LPA

This covers decisions about your day-to-day care, medical treatment, where you live and life-sustaining treatment, but it can only be used if you lose the ability to make these decisions yourself.

Property and Financial Affairs LPA

This allows your attorney to manage your finances, such as paying your bills, accessing your bank accounts, and selling property. You can choose to allow this to be used immediately, or only if you become unable to manage things yourself.

Creating an LPA ensures that someone you trust is legally empowered to act in your best interests, avoiding delays, disputes, or the need for costly court applications if you lose capacity.

Why Make a Lasting Power of Attorney?

Creating an LPA while you’re still fit and well ensures that, if the time comes, someone you trust will be legally able to step in and act in your best interests. Without an LPA, your loved ones would need to apply to the Court of Protection to be able to help you.

With an LPA in place, you can:

Appoint someone you trust to assist you
Avoid delays and distress for your family
Ensure your wishes are followed
Stay in control of decisions about your future
Reduce the risk of financial or legal complications

Our Lasting Power of Attorney Services

At Macks Solicitors Hartlepool, we know your circumstances and relationships are unique. We don’t offer a one-size-fits-all service, instead we take the time to get to know you and provide tailored legal advice every step of the way.

Our LPA services include:

Help choosing the right attorneys
Drafting and registering your LPA with the Office of the Public Guardian
Clear, easy-to-understand explanations of your options
Advice on safeguarding against financial abuse or disputes

We offer fixed fees where possible and explain all costs upfront, so there are no hidden surprises.

Why Choose Macks Solicitors?

Planning ahead can feel daunting, but putting a Lasting Power of Attorney in place is one of the most important steps you can take to protect your future. At Macks Solicitors, we’re here to make the process simple, supportive, and stress-free.

Friendly, experienced solicitors who listen and understand your wishes
Honest, practical advice tailored to your unique circumstances
Clear guidance on choosing the right attorneys and responsibilities
Transparent, fixed-fee pricing
Appointments available at home or in our offices in Middlesbrough, Darlington, Redcar, and Stockton

Let us help you make confident, informed decisions that give you and your loved ones’ peace of mind.

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Call us on 01642 843 671 or use our online contact form to get started. We’ll listen, explain your options, and help you move forward with confidence.

Macks Solicitors provide a comprehensive wills and probate service from our offices in Middlesbrough, Darlington, Redcar and Stockton-on-Tees. While the vast majority of our clients are from Teesside, County Durham and North Yorkshire, we are regularly recommended to clients throughout England and Wales including Hartlepool. We can assist wherever you are based, so please feel free to call us today.

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