It is a legal document that appoints someone to make decisions on your behalf if you lose mental capacity.
Any adult who wishes to plan ahead and ensure their affairs are managed by someone they trust.
Yes. You can appoint multiple donees and specify how they should act—jointly or separately.
Yes. Your LPA must be registered with the Office of the Public Guardian to be legally valid.
Probate applies when there’s a valid will. Letters of administration apply when someone dies intestate (without a will).
Uncontested probate cases typically take 4–6 weeks from filing to court approval.
You can, but legal advice helps avoid delays, mistakes, or rejection of court applications.
A lawyer can help mediate or, if needed, represent you in contested probate proceedings.
Trusts offer asset protection, privacy, and control over how wealth is used and passed on.
Yes, in certain structures, but legal advice is essential to avoid conflicts of interest.