The New Powers of Attorney Act 2023 - What to Expect with Caroline Bielanska

Introduction

The Powers of Attorney Act 2023 has made amendments to the Mental Capacity Act 2005. It is expected to be implemented in 2025 when regulations will radically reform lasting powers of attorney forms and the process for creation and registration.

This virtual classroom seminar is suitable for lawyers who draft and advise in relation to lasting powers of attorney.

What You Will Learn

This live and interactive session will cover the following:

• The drivers for reform, including case law
• Changes to certifying copies of powers of attorney
• Changes to who can register an LPA and the problem it leaves
• Changes as to how objections to registration are made
• Changes as to who can object
• Changes to when an objection can be raised
• The role of the certificate provider clarified including case law review
• How a digital LPA will be signed by the parties
• How a written LPA will be created

Recording of live sessions: Soon after the Learn Live session has taken place you will be able to go back and access the recording - should you wish to revisit the material discussed.