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Frequently Asked Questions
Can I get legal aid for my case?
We think that our father is detained in his care home but no one will agree he is detained. Can you help?
Do you do fixed fee work?
Yes, and we can discuss this depending on your case.
I cannot get to the office - can you help?
We are usually able to arrange home visits.
My parents are reluctant to draw up Lasting Powers of Attorney. What should I tell them?
It is understandable that some people dislike drawing up LPAs, perhaps because they do not want to face losing control of their home and their assets. However if they lose capacity without making an LPA they could end up spending expensive legal fees if their case has to be examined by the Court of Protection. It is preferable if your parents make their wishes known now.
Can an LPA be used before a person lacks capacity?
There are two types of LPA. A property and affairs LPA can be used with the permission of the person who gave the power of attorney at any time after it is registered. It can also be used without permission, when the person who gave the power lacks capacity to make the required decision. The second LPS, the health and welfare LPA, can only be used when the person concerned has lost capacity.
