Bath Solicitors

What are elderly client services?

Bath solicitors specialise in services for elderly clients by catering for their requirements and assisting in drafting a power of attorney and overseeing its implementation.

What is a lasting power of attorney?

This is a legal document which awards a representative of the elderly person, the power to act on their behalf in relation to significant financial and health matters without requiring their direct consent.

Who can be appointed as the representative?

The person appointed could be a professional such as an accountant or solicitor, a trusted friend or close relative.

How does a power of attorney work?

A power of attorney is considered legally valid after it has been registered and a payment has been made.

Once these matters have been carried out the representative appointed will manage important financial and health-related decisions.

How long does the Power of Attorney last?

It will be valid until signing a document revoking the power of attorney.

What kinds of affairs can the Power of Attorney manage?

There are two branches of a Power of Attorney and there are divided into a Property and Affairs branch and Welfare branch.

The Property and Affairs branch will enable the representative to manage your bank accounts and assets. It is advisable to appoint in addition or instead of the primary representative a financial adviser or solicitor to ensure your finances are managed properly.

The Personal Welfare branch involves making decisions relating to giving consent for medical treatments and day-to-day care.

Why should I choose Bath solicitors?

We are flexible in our approach and can visit you at your home if it is more convenient than visiting our officer.

If you are a child or close relative or good friend we are able to advise you on behalf of an elderly person.