At First Law Solicitors, we help clients across the United Kingdom prepare Ordinary Powers of Attorney. This legal document allows you to give someone you trust temporary authority to manage your financial or property affairs while you still have mental capacity. Our solicitors ensure that your Power of Attorney is clearly drafted, properly signed and legally valid, giving you peace of mind that your finances are managed safely and responsibly.
An Ordinary Power of Attorney gives one or more trusted people, known as attorneys, authority to act on your behalf for a limited period or for a specific purpose. It is commonly used where you are going abroad and need someone to handle your financial matters in the UK, where you are in hospital or recovering from illness and want a trusted person to manage your bills or accounts, or where you run a business and need a partner or colleague to sign documents while you are unavailable.
An Ordinary Power of Attorney can only be used while you have mental capacity. If you lose capacity, it automatically comes to an end and a Lasting Power of Attorney would be required instead.
Our solicitors provide clear and practical advice to ensure your Ordinary Power of Attorney meets your exact needs. We help you choose suitable attorneys and decide what powers to give them, draft and complete the Power of Attorney document correctly, include any restrictions or limits you wish to apply, and ensure that the document is properly signed, witnessed and stored securely. We also explain how the Power of Attorney will be used in practice so that you understand how it operates day to day.
Where appropriate, we can also help you create a Lasting Power of Attorney at the same time, ensuring continuity and protection if you later lose mental capacity.
Under the Digital Verification Services framework, Ordinary Powers of Attorney can now be verified and stored digitally using Qualified Electronic Signatures. This provides a secure and legally recognised way to confirm identity and reduce the risk of misuse. Our solicitors ensure that your Power of Attorney complies with the Data (Use and Access) Act 2025, which governs how personal and financial information is handled. All records are managed in line with UK GDPR and under the guidance of the Information Commission, formerly the ICO.
An Ordinary Power of Attorney is particularly useful when you need short-term support with financial or property matters. It may be appropriate if you need someone to manage your accounts or pay bills while you are abroad, want a family member or colleague to sign business or property documents on your behalf, or require temporary financial assistance during illness or recovery.
Our solicitors will help you decide whether an Ordinary Power of Attorney or a Lasting Power of Attorney is more suitable for your circumstances and future plans.
At First Law Solicitors, we offer clear, personal and professional advice tailored to your individual circumstances. We take the time to explain your options, prepare your documents accurately and ensure full compliance with UK law. Every Power of Attorney we prepare is drafted to protect your interests while providing flexibility and peace of mind.
If you would like to make or update an Ordinary Power of Attorney, contact First Law Solicitors today. Our experienced solicitors provide friendly and practical legal advice to help you manage your affairs safely and with confidence.
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