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Southampton — Estate Planning

Lasting Power of Attorney in Southampton

For Southampton residents, having a Lasting Power of Attorney in place is one of the most important steps you can take. If illness or injury left you unable to manage your own affairs, an LPA ensures someone you trust can step in — without the delays and costs of the Court of Protection.

About Lasting Power of Attorney

A Lasting Power of Attorney (LPA) is a legal document that allows you to appoint one or more people you trust to make decisions on your behalf should you lose the capacity to make them yourself — whether through illness, injury, or age. There are two types: one covering your property and financial affairs, and another covering your health and welfare decisions. Without an LPA in place, your family would need to apply to the Court of Protection to manage your affairs — a process that is stressful, expensive, and can take many months. At Barrett-Smith & Doulton, we guide you through the entire LPA process, from choosing your attorneys to registering the documents with the Office of the Public Guardian.

What's Included

  • Expert guidance on choosing the right attorneys and replacement attorneys
  • Drafting of Property & Financial Affairs LPA, Health & Welfare LPA, or both
  • Advice on instructions and preferences to include
  • All paperwork prepared and checked for accuracy
  • Assistance with signing and witnessing requirements
  • Registration with the Office of the Public Guardian (OPG registration fee separate)

Pricing

Single LPA from £249 | Both LPAs (Property & Health) from £399 | Couples packages available

Why Choose Barrett-Smith & Doulton for Lasting Power of Attorney in Southampton?

We guide Southampton families through every step of the LPA process, from choosing attorneys to registering with the Office of the Public Guardian. Our planners visit you at home anywhere in the Southampton area.

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How It Works

During your free consultation, we explain both types of LPA and help you decide what's right for you. We prepare all the paperwork, arrange signing, and handle registration with the OPG on your behalf.

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Book a free consultation

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We visit you at home

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We prepare your documents

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Review, sign & relax

Frequently Asked Questions

Once submitted to the Office of the Public Guardian, registration typically takes 12-16 weeks. We handle the entire process for you, so you can be confident everything is completed correctly.
We strongly recommend both — a Property & Financial Affairs LPA and a Health & Welfare LPA. Together, they cover all possible scenarios where you might need someone to act on your behalf.
Yes, adult children are a common choice for attorneys. You can appoint more than one and specify whether they must act together or can act independently. We will help you decide the best arrangement.

Get Started with Lasting Power of Attorney in Southampton

Book your free, no-obligation consultation today. We will visit you at home in Southampton or connect by video call.