HEALTH & WELFARE LPA SOLICITORS
Planning ahead gives you peace of mind that the people you trust can make important decisions on your behalf if you are ever unable to make them yourself. A Health & Welfare Lasting Power of Attorney allows you to appoint trusted attorneys to make decisions about your care, medical treatment and daily wellbeing. At HM3 Legal, our experienced solicitors provide clear advice and support throughout the process, helping you protect your future and provide peace of mind.
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We are health & welfare LPA experts
Making a Health & Welfare Lasting Power of Attorney is one of the most important steps you can take to protect yourself, your family and other loved ones. Without an LPA, your loved ones may not have the legal authority to make decisions about your care if you lose mental capacity.
At HM3 Legal, we guide individuals, couples and families through every stage of creating a Health & Welfare LPA. We explain your options in straightforward language, ensure your wishes are accurately reflected and handle the registration process with the Office of the Public Guardian.
Our Health & Welfare LPA solicitors can help with:
- Creating a Health & Welfare Lasting Power of Attorney
- Appointing one or more attorneys you trust
- Support as you choose replacement attorneys
- Guidance on life sustaining treatment decisions
- Registering your LPA
- Updating an existing LPA
- Advice for families and carers
- Joint and several attorney appointments
- Certificate provider guidance
- General estate planning advice.
Our health & welfare LPA solicitors
Ruth Marsh
Partner & Head of Private Client Services
Abigail Blakemore
Trainee Solicitor
Abigail Vine
Legal Assistant
Ceri Burns
Solicitor
Frances Williams
Senior Associate
Judith Gloria
Paralegal
Libby Ryan
Legal Administrator
Shannon Ashley
Paralegal
Wendy Randall
Probate Practitioner
Health & welfare LPA legal services
Creating a health & welfare LPA
A Health & Welfare Lasting Power of Attorney allows someone you trust to make decisions about your personal welfare if you become unable to make those decisions yourself. This can include where you live, your daily care, medical treatment and arrangements for your wellbeing. Our solicitors take the time to understand your circumstances, explain your choices and prepare your documents accurately and comprehensively. We ensure your LPA reflects your wishes while complying with legal requirements, giving you and your loved ones reassurance that your future decisions are protected.
Registering your health & welfare LPA
A Lasting Power of Attorney cannot be used until it has been registered with the Office of the Public Guardian. Our team manages the registration process from start to finish, ensuring your application is completed correctly and submitted without unnecessary delays. We check every detail before submission, reducing the risk of errors that could slow the process. Whether you are creating a new LPA or have signed one that still needs registering, we provide straightforward advice and ongoing support until your registered documents are returned.
Reviewing and updating existing LPAs
Your circumstances can change over time, making it sensible to review your existing Lasting Powers of Attorney. Marriage, divorce, family changes or changes in your chosen attorneys may mean updates are required. HM3 Legal can review your current arrangements, explain whether changes are needed and prepare replacement documents where appropriate. We make sure your Health & Welfare LPA continues to reflect your wishes and provides the right level of protection for you and your family both now and in the future.
Our legal offices
Chester
George Street
Chester
CH1 3EQ
Liverpool
Tithebarn Street
Liverpool
L2 2QP
Manchester
Woodlands Road
Altrincham
WA14 1HF
Wirral
Monks Ferry
Birkenhead
CH41 5LH
Reasons to instruct HM3 Legal
Plain English promise.
A jargon and waffle-free zone. Helping you to understand your options and make the right decisions.
No chase pledge.
Peace of mind. Removing the frustrations of wondering where things are up to and what is next.
Fixed fees options.
Removing uncertainty. With fixed fee options and clear pricing we will not land you with a surprise bill.
One central point of contact.
Looking at your needs holistically. Chances are, your business operations do not work in silos so neither do we.
Health & welfare LPA key contact: Ruth Marsh
Partner and Head of Private Client Services
Ruth Marsh is Head of Private Client at HM3 Legal and a highly respected specialist in wills, trusts, probate and estate planning. As a STEP-qualified practitioner and a Band 1 ranked lawyer in the Chambers High Net Worth Guide, Ruth provides expert advice on estate and wealth management, succession planning and asset protection. Known for her approachable manner and clear, practical guidance, Ruth helps individuals and families plan for the future with confidence, delivering tailored legal advice and exceptional client care.
Looking to put a health & welfare LPA in place?
Planning ahead can make life much easier for your loved ones if the unexpected happens. A Health & Welfare Lasting Power of Attorney ensures the people you trust can make important decisions about your care and wellbeing if you lose the ability to decide for yourself.
Whether you are creating your first LPA or reviewing existing arrangements, HM3 Legal provides clear advice, practical guidance and professional support from start to finish. Speak to our experienced private client team today to discuss your circumstances and protect your future.
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They kept me informed at every stage, explaining any legal details in a straightforward and accessible way, which made what can often be a stressful experience feel much more manageable. Emails and calls were always responded to promptly, and I felt confident that everything was being handled thoroughly and carefully.
What really stood out was their attention to detail and proactive approach. Any potential issues were identified early and resolved quickly, helping to avoid delays and keep both transactions moving smoothly. We had a few challenges with the sale of our property, but the team provided clear solutions with phone calls to explain next steps and alternative options if we needed them/
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Health & welfare LPA FAQs
What is a Health & Welfare Lasting Power of Attorney?
A Health & Welfare Lasting Power of Attorney allows you to appoint one or more trusted people to make decisions about your care, medical treatment and daily welfare if you lose mental capacity. These decisions can include where you live, the care you receive and certain healthcare choices. HM3 Legal can guide you through the process, ensuring your document accurately reflects your wishes and is legally valid before registration.
Do I need both a Health & Welfare and Property & Financial Affairs LPA?
Although they are often created together, they cover different areas of your life. A Health & Welfare LPA deals with decisions about your personal wellbeing, while a Property & Financial Affairs LPA covers money, property and financial matters. Many people choose both to ensure they are fully protected should they lose capacity in the future.
Can HM3 Legal help me register my Health & Welfare LPA?
Yes. HM3 Legal prepares and registers Health & Welfare Lasting Powers of Attorney with the Office of the Public Guardian. Our solicitors complete the documentation, check everything has been signed correctly and manage the registration process on your behalf. This helps minimise delays and gives you confidence that your LPA has been prepared correctly.
Why should I use a solicitor to prepare my Health & Welfare LPA?
Although it is possible to complete the forms yourself, mistakes can lead to delays or rejected applications. A solicitor ensures your document is completed correctly, reflects your wishes and complies with current legal requirements. HM3 Legal provides expert guidance throughout the process, helping you avoid common errors while giving you confidence that your future is properly protected.
Can a Health & Welfare LPA cover medical treatment decisions?
Yes. If you choose, your Health & Welfare LPA can give your attorneys authority to make decisions about medical treatment, including life sustaining treatment. You decide whether to grant this authority when the document is prepared, making it important to understand the options before signing your LPA.