Lasting Power of Attorney for Hampshire Residents with Marley Solicitors

Planning for the future is essential, and a Lasting Power of Attorney (LPA) ensures your affairs are managed by someone you trust if you lose the ability to make decisions. Marley Solicitors helps Hampshire residents set up LPAs with ease, offering peace of mind for you and your loved ones. Our compassionate and experienced team guides you through the process, ensuring your wishes are clear and legally protected.

Why choose Marley Solicitors?

At Marley Solicitors, we prioritise making the LPA process straightforward and stress-free for Hampshire residents. Here’s why you can trust us:

• Expert guidance: Our solicitors are specialists in drafting and registering LPAs, ensuring compliance with the Office of the Public Guardian (OPG).
• Clear communication: We explain legal terms in plain English, helping you understand every step.
• Personalised service: We tailor each LPA to your specific needs, whether for financial or health and welfare decisions.
• Efficient process: We handle all paperwork and submissions to minimise delays, with registration typically taking 8-20 weeks.

Lasting power of attorney statistics

LPAs are increasingly vital for Hampshire residents, reflecting a growing awareness of planning for mental capacity loss:

• In 2023, the UK saw 1,161,958 LPA registrations, a 37% increase from 2022, with Hampshire’s ageing population contributing significantly to this rise.
• Over 5 million LPAs are now in place across the UK, with Hampshire’s busy registries in Southampton and Winchester processing thousands annually.
• With 20% of Hampshire’s population over 65, and dementia cases projected to reach 1 million UK-wide by 2025, LPAs are critical for future planning.

These figures underscore the importance of setting up an LPA to avoid costly Court of Protection applications, which can take 6-9 months and cost over £2,000.

What our clients say

“I was worried about planning for the future, but Marley Solicitors made setting up my LPA so easy. Their kindness and clear advice gave me peace of mind.” – Susan, Romsey

“I was nervous about creating an LPA, but Marley Solicitors explained everything clearly and handled all the details. I’m so grateful for their support.” – John, Alton

“Marley Solicitors helped me set up both LPAs quickly and professionally. Their care and expertise made the process stress-free.” – Patricia, Havant

Our lasting power of attorney services

Marley Solicitors provides comprehensive support for Hampshire residents creating LPAs, including:

• Property and financial affairs LPA: Allows your attorney to manage your finances, pay bills, or sell property, effective even while you have capacity if you choose.
• Health and welfare LPA: Empowers your attorney to make decisions about your care, medical treatment, or living arrangements if you lose mental capacity.
• Form completion and registration: We draft and submit LPA forms to the OPG, ensuring accuracy to avoid rejections.
• Attorney guidance: We advise your chosen attorneys on their responsibilities, ensuring they act in your best interests.
• Storage advice: Guidance on safely storing your LPA to protect it from loss or damage.

How much does a lasting power of attorney cost?

Marley Solicitors offers transparent pricing for creating and registering LPAs, which are ready to use once registered with the Office of the Public Guardian (OPG):

• Single application (both powers): £450 + VAT
• Two people (both powers): £650 + VAT
• OPG registration fee: £82 per LPA (e.g., £164 for both Property and Health LPAs), with discounts available if your income is below £12,000 or you receive the guaranteed element of Pension Credit.

Our fixed fees ensure clarity, and we’ll advise on eligibility for OPG fee waivers during your consultation to help reduce costs.

How to set up a lasting power of attorney

Marley Solicitors makes the LPA process simple and efficient:

1. Contact us: Call us on 01772 282600 or email yasmin@marleysolicitors.co.uk or lesley@marleysolicitors.co.uk for a free consultation.
2. Discuss your needs: We’ll help you choose between Property and Financial Affairs or Health and Welfare LPAs (or both) and select trusted attorneys.
3. Draft and sign: We prepare the LPA forms, arrange for signatures from you, a certificate provider, and attorneys, ensuring the correct order to avoid rejection.
4. Register with OPG: We submit your LPA to the OPG for registration, which takes 8-20 weeks if there are no errors.

Without an LPA, loved ones may face costly Court of Protection applications, so act now to secure your future. Our expertise ensures your LPA is valid and reflects your wishes.

Why Hampshire residents trust us

Whether you’re in bustling Basingstoke or the serene New Forest, Marley Solicitors is committed to helping Hampshire residents plan for the future. Our clients appreciate our empathetic approach, expert knowledge, and dedication to creating LPAs that provide security and control, especially with rising dementia rates and an ageing population in Hampshire.

Don’t leave your future to chance. Contact Marley Solicitors today to set up your Lasting Power of Attorney and gain peace of mind.

Get in touch!

There’s no deadline for an LPA, but life can change fast, 25% of residents might regret waiting. Call Marley Solicitors at 0330 999 1888 or email lesley@marleysolicitors.co.uk / yasmin@marleysolicitors.co.uk for your free consultation. We’re here 24/7.