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Powers of Attorney in Scotland

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Protect Your Future with a Power of Attorney in Scotland

A Power of Attorney (PoA) is a crucial legal document that allows you to appoint someone you trust to make key decisions on your behalf if you’re unable to do so. In Scotland, setting up a Power of Attorney provides peace of mind for you and your loved ones, knowing that someone you trust will handle your affairs when it matters most.

What is a Power of Attorney?

A Power of Attorney lets you appoint a person, known as an “attorney,” to act on your behalf if you become unable to make decisions due to illness, injury, or mental health conditions. With a PoA, you can specify the type of decisions they can make—whether financial, welfare-related, or both.

Types of Powers of Attorney

In Scotland, there are two primary types of Powers of Attorney:

Continuing Power of Attorney: This empowers your attorney to manage your finances and property. It can take effect immediately upon registration, ensuring that your financial matters are handled smoothly when needed.
Welfare Power of Attorney: This type focuses on decisions regarding your personal welfare, such as medical treatment and living arrangements. It is activated only if you become unable to make these decisions yourself.

To ensure comprehensive planning and protection, many individuals choose a Combined Power of Attorney, which includes both financial and welfare authorities. This option allows you to plan for all aspects of your care and assets, ensuring that they are managed according to your wishes.

"Power of attorney: your voice and values, safeguarded."

Why Do You Need a Power of Attorney?

Without a Power of Attorney, if you’re unable to make decisions, your loved ones will need to go through a lengthy and costly court process to gain legal authority. A Power of Attorney offers:

Quick access to important decisions about your finances and welfare.
Reduced stress for your family members and loved ones.
Control over who manages your affairs if you can’t.
Professional guidance to ensure your documents meet all legal requirements.

How We Can Help

At Legatum Planning, we are here to support you through each step of creating your Power of Attorney. Our team will assist you in:

Selecting the right attorney based on your needs and preferences.

Tailoring your PoA to ensure it fully covers your financial, health, and personal matters.

Registering your PoA with the Office of the Public Guardian to make it legally valid.

Why Choose Legatum Planning?

Expert Guidance: Our experienced team ensures your Power of Attorney meets all legal requirements.
Comprehensive Support: Whether you need assistance with financial decisions, welfare matters, or both, we provide personalised advice to cover every aspect of your life.
Streamlined Process: From handling paperwork to registering your PoA, we make the entire process smooth and efficient, letting you focus on what matters most—your peace of mind.