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1.5 hours verifiable CPD
Join us in July for our lunch time webinar on powers of attorney. This online session is ideal for those who are looking for an introduction or refresher on this topic.
Led by Sandra McDonald, former Public Guardian for Scotland, this interactive seminar will guide you through the foundational aspects of dealing with clients requiring powers of attorney; offer guidance on preparing for interviews with vulnerable clients; and lead you through the process of drafting a Power of Attorney.
This webinar will also provide a comprehensive overview into broader considerations surrounding adults with incapacity, statement of wishes and advanced choice, ensuring you are well equipped to navigate this important area of law.
Learning outcomes:
- Understanding powers of attorney
- Learn how to develop interview techniques with granters to understand their wishes in line with LSS Vulnerable Client Guidance
- Introduction to the essential elements of drafting a POA
- Establish an understanding of Statement of Wishes/Advanced Choice
- Identify indicators of potential incapacity in clients and understand what steps to take if concerns arise
- Interviewing the granter LSS Vulnerable Client Guidance
- Capacity concerns
- Ensuring the document gives effect to the granter’s wishes
- When should registration happen and when should it be expedited?
- Further instructions from attorneys
- A definition of the above
- How to make, utilise and complete a Statement of Wishes
- How it compliments a POA
- What the law says
- How to assess capacity (i.e converting black letter law to reality)
- LSS guidance on vulnerable clients
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