What Is an Enduring Power of Attorney?

An Enduring Power of Attorney is a legal document under the Enduring Powers of Attorney Ordinance (Cap.501), allowing a mentally capable individual (the donor) to appoint a trusted person (the attorney) to handle property, banking, and financial affairs. Unlike a general power of attorney, an EPOA remains valid even after the donor loses mental capacity.

• Protect your assets in the event of illness or incapacity (e.g. dementia, stroke).
• Ensure bills, bank accounts, and property matters continue to be managed properly.
• Prevent costly guardianship court applications under the Mental Health Ordinance.

Who Can Be Appointed as Attorney?

You may appoint any trusted individual — usually a spouse, adult child, relative, or close friend — as your attorney. The attorney must be over 18 and mentally capable. You can appoint one attorney or joint attorneys to act together or separately.

• Spouse or family member who understands your financial situation.
• Trusted friend or professional adviser (e.g. accountant or solicitor).
• Replacement attorney in case the first appointee cannot act.

Legal Requirements & Registration

• The donor must sign the EPOA before a solicitor and a registered medical practitioner.
• Both must certify that the donor fully understands the nature and effect of the EPOA.
• The EPOA must be registered with the High Court Registrar (Registration of Enduring Powers of Attorney) for it to take effect after incapacity.
• The donor can revoke the EPOA at any time while mentally capable.

Our firm assists with every step of the process — drafting, witnessing, medical certification, and registration — ensuring full legal compliance under Hong Kong law.

Benefits of Making an Enduring Power of Attorney

• Ensures financial affairs are managed by a trusted person if you lose mental capacity.
• Protects property, savings, and investments from misuse or neglect.
• Reduces stress and legal costs for your family in times of crisis.
• Provides peace of mind through proactive legal planning.

EPOA Preparation Process

1. Consult our lawyer to discuss your needs and attorney appointment.
2. Lawyer prepares the EPOA document according to legal requirements.
3. Medical practitioner certifies your mental capacity.
4. Sign and witness the document before the lawyer and doctor.
5. We assist in registering the EPOA with the High Court for activation upon incapacity.

The entire process typically takes 2–3 weeks, ensuring full legal protection and smooth registration.

Our Professional Service & Fees

• Legal drafting, witnessing, and certification of EPOA — HK$3,800 (all-inclusive).
• Includes lawyer’s certification, coordination with medical practitioner, and High Court registration filing.
• Transparent fixed fees · No hidden costs · Free initial consultation.

We provide bilingual (English & Chinese) versions of your EPOA for use in all legal and banking transactions.