LPA for Same-Sex Couples and Civil Partners: Complete Guide

LPA for Same-Sex Couples and Civil Partners

You have fought for the right to have your relationship recognised. But marriage and civil partnership alone do not give your partner authority over your affairs if something happens.

The Legal Reality

Since 2014, same-sex marriage has been legal in England and Wales. These legal unions give you inheritance rights, pension rights, and next-of-kin status.

What they do NOT give you:

• Authority to access your partner's bank accounts
• Power to make medical decisions for your partner
• Right to manage your partner's property
• Legal authority to act on their behalf if incapacitated

These require a Lasting Power of Attorney.

Why This Matters More for Some Couples

Estranged biological families:

Many LGBTQ+ individuals have complicated relationships with biological family.

Without an LPA, if your partner loses capacity:

• Biological family could apply to become deputy
• People who do not support your relationship could make decisions
• Your partner's wishes might be overridden

An LPA ensures your CHOSEN family has authority.

The LPA Solution

With an LPA naming your partner as attorney:

• Your partner has immediate legal authority
• No biological family can override this
• Courts do not get involved
• Your wishes are documented and legally binding

A Message to Same-Sex Couples

Your relationship is valid. Your choices should be respected. Make it official with LPA.

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Protect Your Partner, Protect Yourself

Your relationship is valid. Your choices should be respected.

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