About James McKenzie Wills

Clear, expert support you can reply on.

James McKenzie Wills is specialist Will Writing and Power of Attorney firm, supporting employees through their workplace benefits.

We help people put the right plans in place with clear guidance, expert care and complete peace of mind.

Trusted and Experienced

We are trusted by thousands of employees across leading UK organisations.

Planning ahead can feel overwhelming, but it does not have to be. We are here to guide you at your own pace, whether you are just getting started or ready to put things in place.

Why Choose James McKenzie Wills?

At James McKenzie, our team of Consultants has helped over 75,000 of individuals plan ahead and protect their loved ones with confidence.

We’re proud to be a trusted legal services partner to employees across the UK, with our team you’ll receive guidance and advice with care and clarity and always in your best interests.

Simple and Straightforward

We guide you clearly from your initial consultation through to receiving your final documents.

Available through your benefits

Access exclusive employee rates through your workplace, making expert support readily available.

Expert Guidance

Meet with a trained and experienced consultant who understands your circumstances and explains your options clearly.

Confidential and Secure

Your personal information is handled securely, with complete confidentiality at every stage.

Over 100,000 Wills Written

Clear guidance, expert support and peace of mind at every stage.

Lasting Powers of Attorney (LPAs) England and Wales

What is an LPA?

An LPA is a legal document that allows you to appoint a trusted person to make decisions on your behalf if ever you are unable to make them yourself. This can be due to illness, accident or loss of mental capacity.

There are two types of LPAs in England and Wales:

Property and Financial Affairs LPA

This type of LPA allows your attorney to manage your finances such as:

Managing bank accounts
Paying bills or mortgage payments
Managing investment
Buying or Selling property

Health and Welfare LPA

This type of LPA allows your attorney to make healthcare and medical decisions on your behalf such as:

Daily care and routines
Medical treatment
Where you live (e.g., care home decisions)
Life-sustaining treatment (if you choose)

Why Do you Need One?

Creating an LPA gives you peace of mind that if something were to happen to you, your loved ones can look after you.
While often associated with later life, setting up a Lasting Power of Attorney is just as important for younger individuals who may face unexpected incapacity through accident or illness.
Without a valid LPA in place, your loved ones could face significant delays and legal costs by having to apply to the Court of Protection to gain access to your finances or make care decisions on your behalf.

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Powers of Attorney (PoAs) Scotland

PoAs let you appoint trusted individuals (called attorneys) to make decisions on your behalf if you lose capacity or need support.

Did you know?

Powers of Attorney protect you during your lifetime, a Will protects your wishes after your passing.

Two Types of PoAs
One Goal: Peace of Mind

Welfare Power of Attorney

This is a document that allows an attorney to manage your welfare and medical decisions such as:

Medical treatment preferences
Care setting choices
Day to day routines
Personal welfare decisions

Continuing Power of Attorney

This is a document that allows an attorney to manage your financial and property affairs such as:

Manage finances
Pay bills
Make property decisions
Make financial decisions

Why Do You Need One?

At James McKenzie, we provide the Combined Power of Attorney which includes the two types of PoAs - Continuing Power of Attorney and Welfare Power of Attorney.