Setting Up a Lasting Power of Attorney Online: Simple, Secure, and So Worth It

28th April 2025

When we think about planning for the future, a Will often comes to mind first. But there’s another legal document that’s just as important—especially if you want to make sure your wishes are followed and your loved ones aren’t left to guess what you’d want. That’s where a Lasting Power of Attorney (LPA) comes in.

In England and Wales, setting up an LPA used to mean paperwork, appointments, and solicitor fees. These days, thankfully, it’s much simpler—and you can now do it all online, from the comfort of your home.

So, what is a Lasting Power of Attorney?

An LPA is a legal document that lets you appoint someone you trust to make decisions on your behalf if you ever lose the ability to make them yourself. There are two types:

• Health & Welfare LPA – This covers things like medical treatment, where you live, and your day-to-day care.
  
  
• Property & Financial Affairs LPA – This one’s for managing your bank accounts, bills, property, and finances.
  

You can choose to set up just one, but most people opt for both to make sure every aspect of their life is covered.

Why set up your LPA online?

Let’s be honest—legal processes can feel overwhelming. But setting up your LPA online has made the whole thing so much more accessible and stress-free.

Our online LPA service guides you through the process step by step, using clear language (no legal jargon!) so you know exactly what you’re doing. You don’t need to print out dozens of confusing forms or fork out hundreds for a solicitor unless your situation is particularly complex.

Plus, our service includes an expert check to make sure your application is completed correctly before it’s submitted. That gives you extra peace of mind that nothing will hold things up.

What does the process involve?

It’s simpler than you might think. You’ll be asked a few straightforward questions about your preferences, who you’d like to appoint as your attorney(s), and how you’d like decisions to be made. Once completed, you’ll need to print and sign the documents (along with your chosen attorneys and a witness). These are then sent to the Office of the Public Guardian (OPG) to be registered.

At the moment, the OPG still requires ‘wet’ signatures, so while the setup is online, the final documents do need to be posted. But other than that, everything else can be managed digitally.

Don’t wait until it’s urgent

The best time to put an LPA in place is well before you ever need it. It’s not just about getting older—it’s about being prepared for the unexpected. Whether it’s an accident or illness, having an LPA ensures that someone you trust can step in and act in your best interests without delay or legal complications.

So if you’ve been thinking about it, take this as your gentle nudge: get your LPA sorted today. It’s one of the kindest, most practical things you can do—for yourself, and for the people who care about you.