What Does a Certificate Provider Do & Who can act as one?
When making a Lasting Power of Attorney (LPA), the law requires an independent certificate provider to confirm that the person creating the LPA understands what they are doing and is not under pressure to sign. This is a vital safeguard to protect the individual and ensure the document is legally valid.
A certificate provider’s role is to confirm the person understands the purpose and scope of the LPA and that they have the mental capacity to make the decision.
There are two types of certificate providers:
- Professional certificate provider – such as a solicitor, doctor, or trained specialist.
- Knowledge-based certificate provider – someone who has known the individual personally for at least two years (but is not a family member or intended attorney).
Libra Certificate Provider Service
At Libra LPA, we provide a professional certificate provider service to ensure your Lasting Power of Attorney is completed with confidence and compliance. Our experienced team offers a seamless process, guiding you through the requirements with clarity and care. We verify that your LPA is created voluntarily, with full understanding, and in accordance with legal standards, giving you peace of mind that your wishes are protected.
Why Choose Us?
- A friendly, professional certificate provider service, in simple to understand language.
- Our professional certificate providers work in line with the Mental Capacity Act (2005) and have extensive knowledge of the LPA process.
- Independent confirmation that the LPA has been made freely and with full understanding.
