A Living Will and a Health and Welfare Lasting Power of Attorney both help you plan for a future time when you may be unable to make or communicate a decision about your health. However, they do different jobs. A Living Will records your own decision to refuse particular medical treatment in specified circumstances. A Health and Welfare LPA appoints … Read More
LPA Registration Fees, Exemptions and Reductions in 2026
Making a Lasting Power of Attorney allows you to choose people you trust to make important decisions if you cannot make those decisions yourself. There are two types of Lasting Power of Attorney, usually shortened to LPA: An LPA must be registered with the Office of the Public Guardian before it can be used. A registration fee is normally payable … Read More
How Old Should You Be to Make a Lasting Power of Attorney?
Many people think Lasting Powers of Attorney (LPAs) are only for older people. In reality, every adult should consider having one in place. If you’re wondering how old you need to be to make a Lasting Power of Attorney in England and Wales, the answer is simple. You Must Be at Least 18 Years Old To make a Lasting Power … Read More
It Might Be Time to Review Your Will or Lasting Powers of Attorney
Many people create a Will or Lasting Powers of Attorney (LPAs) and assume the job is done. In reality, estate planning should be reviewed regularly to ensure it continues to reflect your wishes, family circumstances, and financial position. Is it time to review our Will or Lasting Powers of Attorney? As life changes, your legal documents should change with it. … Read More
Has Your Relationship Status Changed this Valentines Day? Review Your Will and Legal Documents
Major life events such as marriage, divorce, entering a civil partnership, or having children do more than change your personal circumstances — they can significantly affect your legal position. If your relationship status has changed, it is essential to review your Will and related legal documents to ensure they remain valid and reflect your current wishes. At Do It Legally, … Read More
New Law Clarifies Digital Assets in Wills – What You Need to Know
Digital Assets and Wills: How the Property (Digital Assets etc) Act 2025 Changes Estate Planning The Property (Digital Assets etc) Act 2025 is now in force and brings long-awaited legal clarity to how the law treats digital assets — including cryptocurrency, NFTs and other tokenised assets when someone dies. This is a major development in UK estate planning and Will … Read More
Welcome to Do It Legally. Life-shaping Legal Services Direct to you from Brighton and Hove.
Wills and other Legal Documents & Services in Brighton and Hove At Do It Legally, we deliver Wills and other legal documents and advice directly to you at your home or business across Brighton and Hove. We support individuals and businesses through life’s most important moments — relationships, births, illness, long-term care, separation, and end-of-life planning. Our goal is simple: … Read More