Keen to safeguard your Lasting Power of Attorney (LPA) wishes by appointing more than one attorney?
While this is actually very common in the UK, many people don’t realise exactly how many attorneys they can have on an LPA – allow the SRA-regulated solicitors at Honey Legal to explain.
Can you have more than one LPA attorney?
Yes, you can have more than one LPA attorney.
In fact, it’s usually a good idea to have at least two attorneys in case one is unable or unwilling to act. For example, if an appointed attorney has passed away or becomes ill.
What’s the maximum number of LPA attorneys you can have?
So, how many attorneys can you have on an LPA? Legally, there’s no limit to the number of attorneys you can have – so the choice is yours.
However, it’s common for donors to appoint between one and four LPA attorneys.
Should you have multiple LPA attorneys?
Whether or not you should have multiple LPA attorneys is a personal decision.
However, the table below can help you to weigh up the pros and potential consequences of appointing more than one LPA attorney.
| Number of attorneys | Benefits | Areas to consider |
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What to do if you decide to have multiple LPA attorneys
If you do choose to have more than one LPA attorney, you must decide:
- Whether attorneys act jointly (where decisions must be made together) or jointly and severally (where decisions can be made together and independently)
- Ensure replacement attorneys have been appointed to prevent your LPA from being revoked if one attorney is unable or unwilling to act
- Make sure your wishes to appoint multiple LPA attorneys are clear in any relevant legal documents
Expert support with creating your LPA
As there are both benefits and potential challenges with appointing multiple LPA attorneys, we always recommend speaking to an SRA-regulated solicitor with specialist experience in estate planning.
Fortunately, our professional team has supported over 100,000 families across England and Wales with the creation of clear and comprehensive LPAs, bringing peace of mind to thousands of households.
But don’t just take our word for it – between our jargon-free advice and caring team, we’ve earned over 18,000 5–star Trustpilot reviews – reviews which commonly praise Honey Legal for our friendly, hand-holding, and knowledgeable approach.
To get started today, why not arrange a face-to-face meeting with one of our expert solicitors in the comfort of your own home? Family members are also welcome to attend and support you while you review your options.
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