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A Lasting Power of Attorney ensures someone you trust can act for you if you lose mental capacity. We make the process simple, personal, and stress-free.

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1 in 10
Singaporeans aged 60 and above may develop dementia. Without an LPA, your family faces costly and lengthy court proceedings.
$0
OPG Registration (Form 1)
21+
Minimum Age

What is a Lasting Power of Attorney?

A Lasting Power of Attorney (LPA) is a legal document that lets you appoint one or more trusted persons — called donees — to make decisions on your behalf if you lose mental capacity due to illness, accident, or age-related conditions like dementia.

Without an LPA, your family would need to apply to the Court for a Deputyship Order under the Mental Capacity Act — a process that is significantly more expensive, time-consuming, and emotionally draining.

Making an LPA while you are well is one of the most caring things you can do for your family. It gives them clear authority to manage your affairs — your property, finances, and personal welfare — without legal limbo.

We come to you. Johnathan personally conducts house-call sessions for LPA signing, so you don't have to travel. This is especially valued by elderly clients and their families.

Types of LPA

Form 1
General Power
Grants your donee(s) general authority over your property, affairs, and personal welfare. Most common and cost-effective option. OPG registration fee permanently waived for Singaporeans.
Form 2
Customised Power
Allows you to specify and customise the powers granted. Suitable when you have complex financial arrangements or specific wishes about your care.

It's not just for the elderly

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Parents & Caregivers

If something happens to you, who manages your finances and makes medical decisions? An LPA ensures your children and dependents are protected.

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Business Owners

Your business doesn't stop if you become incapacitated. An LPA ensures your donee can manage business accounts, sign documents, and keep operations running.

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Property Owners

Own property in your sole name? Without an LPA, nobody can sell, mortgage, or manage it on your behalf without a court order.

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Ageing Adults

With dementia affecting 1 in 10 seniors in Singapore, making an LPA early ensures your wishes are respected when you need it most.

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Frequent Travellers

If you're often overseas, an LPA gives your donee the authority to handle urgent financial or medical matters in your absence.

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Couples Planning Ahead

Spouses often assume they can automatically act for each other — they can't. An LPA formalises that authority legally.

Your LPA in four simple steps

Initial Consultation

We discuss your wishes, explain the options (Form 1 vs Form 2), and help you choose your donees and replacement donees. This can be done in person or by phone.

Document Preparation

We prepare the LPA instrument based on your instructions and arrange the certificate issuer appointment — a qualified person who verifies you understand what you're signing.

Johnathan is an LPA certificate issuer and can handle this in-house.

Signing & Certification

You, your donee(s), and the certificate issuer sign the LPA. We offer house-call signing — we come to your home, office, or any convenient location.

House-call signing available at no extra charge for clients aged 60 and above.

OPG Registration

We submit the completed LPA to the Office of the Public Guardian for registration. The process typically takes 3 to 6 weeks. You'll receive confirmation once registered.

Johnathan Lee, Lasting Power of Attorney Lawyer Singapore

"I've watched families paralysed because no one had the legal authority to act"

During the time I spent assisting in my family's funeral business, I saw families who couldn't access a parent's bank account to pay for medical bills. Spouses who couldn't sell the family home to fund nursing care. Children who had to spend months and thousands of dollars in court, just to do what their parent would have wanted.

An LPA takes less than a day to arrange. Without one, your family could face months of legal proceedings and significant financial cost. The choice is straightforward.

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LPA fees

Lasting Power of Attorney

Form 1 — General Power

$250

per person · includes legal advice & certification

  • Legal advice on your LPA options
  • LPA instrument preparation
  • Certificate issuer services (in-house)
  • Signing session with all parties
  • OPG registration and filing
  • House-call signing available
  • Couple discounts available
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Form 2 (customised powers) from $2,500

LPA FAQs

What happens if I don't make an LPA?

If you lose mental capacity without an LPA, your family must apply to the Court for a Deputyship Order — a process that can take months and cost significantly more. During this time, nobody has legal authority to manage your affairs.

Who can I appoint as my donee?

Anyone aged 21 and above who is not an undischarged bankrupt. You can appoint up to two donees to act jointly, jointly and severally, or in specific areas. You should also appoint a replacement donee.

Can I revoke my LPA later?

Yes, you can revoke your LPA at any time as long as you still have mental capacity. We can assist with the revocation process and help you make a new LPA if your circumstances change.

What's the difference between Form 1 and Form 2?

Form 1 grants general powers and is the most common and affordable option. Form 2 lets you customise specific powers and add restrictions — useful for complex financial situations or specific care preferences.

Is there a government fee?

The Singapore government has permanently waived the OPG registration fee for Form 1 LPAs for Singaporeans. Our fees are separate and cover the legal advice, preparation, certification, and signing.

Do both my spouse and I need separate LPAs?

Yes — each person needs their own LPA. However, we offer couple discounts when both spouses make their LPAs together.

How long does the process take?

The preparation and signing can be completed within 1 to 2 weeks. OPG registration typically takes 3 to 6 weeks after submission.

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Make your LPA today — for your family's peace of mind

A single conversation today can save your family months of legal proceedings and thousands of dollars. Let's talk about what's right for you.

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