Every legend leaves a legacy, a story shaped by their life, their values, and the people they care about most. Planning ahead ensures that story continues, no matter what happens. Having both a Will and a Lasting Power of Attorney (LPA) gives you the power to protect your loved ones, your property, and your wishes, both during your lifetime and after you’ve gone.
While a Will takes effect only after your death, an LPA is valid during your lifetime. Together, they give you complete peace of mind, helping you stay in control of your story, your choices, and your future.
Why make a Will?
A Will is your voice after you’ve gone, a legal document that makes sure your legacy lives on the way you intended. Without one, the law decides who inherits your estate, which may not reflect your wishes or your family’s needs.
Key benefits of having a Will
- Control – Choose exactly who inherits your property, money, and belongings.
- Protect your family – Make sure your loved ones are cared for financially.
- Appoint Guardians – Decide who will look after your children if they’re under 18.
- Reduce disputes – Clear instructions help avoid family conflict.
- Tax planning – A well-prepared Will can help reduce inheritance tax.
- Appoint Executors – Choose trusted people to manage your estate.
Your Will turns your wishes into a lasting legacy, protecting the story you’ve written throughout your life.
Why set up a Lasting Power of Attorney (LPA)?
A Lasting Power of Attorney (LPA) protects your interests during your lifetime, empowering trusted individuals, known as Attorneys, to make important decisions on your behalf if you become unable to do so yourself.
Whether through illness, accident, or loss of mental capacity, an LPA ensures that someone you trust can step in when you need them most.
Types of LPA
- Property and Financial Affairs LPA – Covers financial matters such as paying bills, managing bank accounts, and selling property.
- Health and Welfare LPA – Covers personal decisions about medical treatment, care, and living arrangements.
Key benefits of having an LPA
- Peace of mind – Know your affairs will be managed by people you trust.
- Avoid court delays – Without an LPA, family members may need to apply to the Court of Protection, which is costly and time-consuming.
- Flexibility – Attorneys can act immediately (with your consent) or only if you lose capacity.
- Personal wishes respected – Your health and finances are managed according to your values.
Legends plan ahead, and an LPA ensures you remain the decision-maker in your own story, even when life takes unexpected turns.
What happens without a Will or LPA?
Without these key documents, you lose control over what happens next.
- Without a Will – The laws of intestacy decide who inherits your estate. Unmarried partners, stepchildren, or close friends may be left out entirely.
- Without an LPA – Your loved ones may have to apply to the Court of Protection to make decisions on your behalf, a stressful and expensive process.
Protecting your legacy means taking action today, not leaving it to chance tomorrow.
How to continue with your legacy?
- Review your personal and family circumstances.
- Decide who you trust to act as your Executors (for your Will) and Attorneys (for your LPA).
- Seek professional advice to ensure both documents are valid, up to date, and tailored to your needs.
At GLP Solicitors, we help you protect your legacy and continue your story through professional drafted Wills and Lasting Power of Attorney.
Our experience team ensures your wishes are respected, in life, law, and beyond.
Contact GLP Solicitors today to arrange a consultation and take the first step in continuing your legend.
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