LPAs, Capacity And Silver Splitters - The Practitioner's Perspective

In July the UK government announced proposals to make the system of  lasting powers of attorney more up to date by encouraging a more digital approach, for example. We have already  carried a commentary on the topic here. In this article, a practitioner working in the space examines the terrain. The authors are Leora Taratula Lyons and Peter Burgess, Burgess Mee Family Law. The editors of this news service are pleased to share these insights and invite responses. Email the editors at [email protected] and [email protected].  The usual editorial disclaimers apply to the views of guest contributors.

Last month, the Ministry of Justice announced a consultation on making Lasting Powers of Attorney or LPAs "safer, simpler and fit for the future." The focus is on improving the process of making and registering LPAs, potentially by using developments in technology and balancing this by ensuring that sufficient safeguards are in place