Why Lasting Powers of Attorney matter
A lasting power of attorney (LPA) allows you to nominate trusted people to make decisions if you lose mental capacity gov.uk. Government guidance makes clear that there are two distinct LPAs: one for health and welfare and another for property and financial affairs. Mistakes in completing or signing an LPA can lead to rejection and extra costs ageuk.org.uk, and the Office of the Public Guardian currently takes at least 8–10 weeks to register a correctly completed application.
While anyone can download the forms, Age UK advises that professional guidance helps prevent errors and provides reassurance. Preparing both LPAs properly ensures that family or friends, rather than court‑appointed deputies, can make urgent decisions if you become incapacitated.
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A specialist who understands your time pressures.
Stephen Pett has spent more than twenty‑five years advising clients on wills, trusts and lasting powers of attorney. As a senior member of the Society of Will Writers and a former regional chairman for Sussex, he maintains his knowledge through extensive continuing professional development, believing that professional competence must evolve in response to changing laws and tax rules. Rather than running a large firm, he now focuses on a personalised service. Understanding that many clients are busy or unable to visit an office, he offers telephone and video consultations across England and Wales. This means clients can obtain expert advice on LPAs from their home or workplace at times that fit around work, caring responsibilities or mobility issues.
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Why his LPA service stands out
Stephen stresses that LPAs are often more important than wills because, without them, social services and the Court of Protection decide who will act on your behalf. He recommends putting both the financial and health‑and‑welfare documents in place because leaving out one type can expose you to unnecessary hardship. Clients appreciate that he takes time to understand their family circumstances before drafting LPAs rather than simply completing forms.
For busy clients, the ability to discuss choices over the phone or via video call means they can prepare and sign documents without multiple trips to an office. He also encourages early registration—ideally soon after turning 18—because the Public Guardian’s approval process currently takes several months.
Testimonials from working families
Reviews highlight Stephen’s ability to support clients who have demanding schedules. One Polegate resident notes that he “always goes above and beyond” and is both knowledgeable and trustworthy. Another client from Eastbourne describes him as “knowledgeable, efficient and friendly” and values the clear and impartial advice he provided. Clients also appreciate his ongoing support; one review says he answered questions months after completing the documents, and another recounts how he travelled to their home to oversee the signing of documents and reprinted corrected copies at no extra cost. This flexibility demonstrates how he works around clients’ commitments and resolves issues without extra charges.
Why busy people across England & Wales choose Stephen Pett
| Strengths | Evidence |
|---|---|
| Remote consultations | Clients anywhere in England and Wales can receive advice by telephone or video call. |
| Extensive experience and recognised credentials | Over two and a half decades in estate planning; senior member and former regional chairman of the Society of Will Writers. |
| Up‑to‑date expertise | Exceeds the Society’s CPD requirements and emphasises the need to stay current with changing laws. |
| Focus on both LPAs | Advises clients to prepare both the health and welfare and financial LPAs to maintain control. |
| Fair pricing and ongoing support | Promises transparent fees and continues to answer questions long after documents are signed. |
In summary
Putting an LPA in place is a critical step in protecting your future, but it need not be time‑consuming or inconvenient. Government guidance explains that LPAs allow you to appoint trusted people to act for you gov.uk and warns that errors or delays can lead to court involvement.
Stephen Pett combines deep expertise with a flexible, client‑centred approach. By offering advice via telephone and video call for clients across England and Wales, he makes it easy for busy people to obtain well‑constructed LPAs without disrupting their schedules. With vast recognised experience, qualifications, up‑to‑date knowledge and a reputation for fairness and support, he provides the expertise and convenience that modern families need when arranging lasting powers of attorney.