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Forms to object to the registration of a lasting power of attorney (LPA) or an enduring power of attorney (EPA).
Forms and guidance to register a lasting power of attorney (LPA) made using forms LP PA, LP PW, LPA114 or LPA117.
Official samples of lasting powers of attorney, an enduring power of attorney and a deputy order.
Apply as an administrator to give someone the legal rights (‘power of attorney’) to apply for probate on your behalf (previously PA12)
Guidance for NHS regarding disclosure to individuals holding either a Lasting Power of Attorney or a deputyship.
You can pay the application fee for your lasting power of attorney online using a debit or credit card.
Guidance, created in 2012, for those who wish to begin a private prosecution for offences where the Attorney General’s consent is required.
For government departments and others wanting the Attorney General’s permission to use specialist lawyers (counsel) not already on the Attorney General’s approved panels.
Your chances of obtaining a useful patent are significantly greater if you use an attorney. A patent specification is a legal document and requires specialist skills to draft properly.
Guidance issued by the Attorney General on points of law
Tips and video on how to avoid requisitions about the execution of deeds and powers of attorney.
Find out about the information we have on our registers and how to ask us for it
Form COP1F: Annex F - Supporting information relating to validity or operation of enduring power of attorney (EPA) or lasting power of attorney (LPA).
Find out if you need to apply for probate to deal with the estate of someone who’s died. Discover how to apply for probate or letters of administration and what to do if there’s no will.
Form COP7: Application to object to the registration of a Lasting Power of Attorney.
Form COP8: Application relating to the registration of an enduring power of attorney (EPA).
Student finance - student loans or student grants for tuition fees and living costs, extra help, student loan repayments.
Treasury Counsel are specialist advocates who prosecute many of the most serious and complex cases in the country.
Find out about making investments for someone who does not have mental capacity.
The Attorney General is chief legal adviser to the Crown and has a number of independent public interest functions, as well as overseeing the Law Officers’ departments.…
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