 A Power of
Attorney is a legal document which appoints someone to
act/make decisions on behalf of a granter, in respect of
financial and/or welfare matters.
Continuing Powers of Attorney over the granter’s property
and finances can either start immediately and continue, or
they can begin in the event of the granter’s incapacity.
Welfare Powers of Attorney give power over decisions that
need to be taken about the granter’s welfare and health care
and these can only begin if the granter is certified by a
medical professional as having become incapable.
Frequently a single Power of Attorney
document is signed, combining the Continuing and Welfare
elements. |
The Office of the Public Guardian (OPG) is
part of the Scottish Court Services and provides relevant
free (but non-legal) advice and information regarding Powers
of Attorney.
For further details please consult their
website at
www.publicguardian-scotland.gov.uk
If you or a person close to you requires a Power of
Attorney, we can assist you. Tait & Peterson offer a
knowledgeable and efficient service with regard to both
guidance and assistance in the creation of Powers of
Attorney.
Our Solicitors are also willing to act as an
attorney should your circumstances require this, and can
provide advice to appointed Attorneys in the exercise of
their powers. |
