“Wait, isn’t this the government site?” — Why That’s Actually a Good Sign

21st April 2025

We hear it all the time:
 “Is this the official government site?”
 And honestly? We take that as a compliment.

It means that PowerOfAttorneyOnline.co.uk feels familiar. Official. Trustworthy. Like a safe place to get something really important done — and that’s exactly what we’ve set out to create.

So, let’s clear things up: no, we’re not the free government website (that’s gov.uk/power-of-attorney). But we do use the same legal process to help you complete your Lasting Power of Attorney (LPA). The key difference? We make it simpler, quicker, and far more supportive.

We Get It — It’s Confusing

If you’re unsure where the official line ends and where services like ours begin, you’re not alone. Legal documents like LPAs are a big deal — and it’s completely natural to want to make sure you’re in the right place, doing things the right way.

But here’s the thing: even though gov.uk offers the free forms, it doesn’t walk you through the process, check for mistakes, or offer human guidance if you’re not sure what something means.

That’s where we come in.

A Guided Alternative That’s Still Official

Think of us like a helpful upgrade to the official process. You’re still creating a perfectly valid LPA. It’s still submitted to the Office of the Public Guardian (OPG). But instead of spending hours trying to figure out legal terms on your own, you get a user-friendly online application and a friendly team who checks everything before you sign.

It takes most people just 15 minutes to complete their application with us — and we’re here if you get stuck.

Every year, the OPG rejects over 50,000 LPA applications because of small but critical mistakes. A missed tick box. An unclear instruction. A wrong witness signature. Those rejections can cost time, money, and a lot of stress.

We help you avoid that.

Not Just Legal — Reassuring

People often assume services like ours cost thousands of pounds, like a solicitor would charge. But our pricing is fair and transparent — and far more affordable than traditional legal routes. We believe peace of mind shouldn’t come at a premium.

So yes, it might look like the government site. It might feel like the government site. But what you’re getting is a smarter, more supportive way to complete your LPA, with all the trust and none of the red tape.

Still Unsure?

That’s okay. This is a big decision, and we’ll never rush you. But if you want to get it done quickly, correctly, and with help when you need it — we’re here.

We might not be the government, but we’re proud to be as trusted as one. And we’ll always put people before paperwork.