Enduring Power of Attorney Solicitors | Northern Ireland

We are Enduring Power of Attorney Solicitors

Putting the right arrangements in place requires clear and careful legal advice. Our solicitors provide practical guidance tailored to your personal circumstances and those of your family.

We can advise on matters including:

• Preparing an Enduring Power of Attorney for property and financial affairs
• Choosing and appointing an attorney or attorneys
• Enduring Power of Attorney registration for a loved one who has lost capacity
• Reviewing existing Enduring Powers of Attorney
• Replacing outdated arrangements to ensure your future is protected
• Revocation of an existing Enduring Power of Attorney
• Raising objections, where appropriate, in the event of having to challenge the registration of an Enduring Power of Attorney

Our focus is on making the process straightforward and giving you confidence in the arrangements you put in place.

What is an Enduring Power of Attorney (EPA)?

An Enduring Power of Attorney (EPA) is a legal document that allows you to appoint one or more trusted people to manage your property and financial affairs if you become unable to do so yourself.

What is the scope of Enduring Powers of Attorney in Northern Ireland?

In Northern Ireland, Enduring Powers of Attorney apply only to financial matters such as managing bank accounts, paying bills, dealing with property or handling investments. They do not cover decisions about health, medical treatment or personal care,. An EPA must be in the exact form required by the relevant legislation in Northern Ireland, and our private client team will ensure that this is done.

Tailored conditions of your Enduring Power of Attorney

You may wish to limit the scope of, or add further conditions to your EPA, and clear legal advice is vital in such circumstances. For example, you may appoint different Attorneys to manage different aspects of your affairs.

How mental capacity affects an enduring power of attorney

An EPA can be used with your consent while you still have mental capacity unless you have included any conditions or restrictions about when the power should begin.

If your Attorney has reason to believe that you have become mentally incapable of managing your affairs, they must apply to register the EPA with the Office of Care and Protection before continuing to act on your behalf. Your Attorney may wish to instruct a solicitor to assist in this process.

Why choose McCartan Turkington Breen Solicitors for Enduring Power of Attorney advice?

Putting an Enduring Power of Attorney in place is an important step in protecting your financial affairs and those close to you. Clear and accurate advice at this stage can prevent uncertainty, delay and difficulty later, and assists in easing the burden on your loved ones in the event of you losing your capabilities in the future.

Our private client solicitors have substantial experience advising on EPA and related matters. We focus on giving straightforward, well-considered advice that reflects your circumstances, with careful attention to detail.

Arrange a consultation with a Belfast-based Enduring Power of Attorney Solicitor

We offer free, transparent and no obligation initial consultations. Contact Us to arrange an appointment or visit Wills, Probate & Estates to learn more about our services.