Authorised by the Official Receiver
Continuing Power of Attorney
Cost & Pricing 2026
How much does a CPoA cost, what is included in the price, and why the attorney you choose matters more than the price. Transparent quote upfront — no hidden costs.
What Determines the Cost of a Continuing Power of Attorney
The cost of a CPoA is not uniform — it is affected by several factors. First, the complexity of the document: a basic CPoA with a single appointee is simpler than a document involving multiple appointees, divided powers, specific restrictions, and detailed medical annexes.
Second, whether it is a CPoA for one person or for a couple — preparation for a couple usually comes at a discount, as part of the work (the consultation meeting, understanding the family background) is done once. Third, whether medical annexes are required — advance directives for end-of-life, instructions for a specific medical condition, or detailed instructions about care homes and residence.
A further component is the attorney's level of experience. An authorised attorney with specific CPoA experience will typically charge more than one for whom this is a peripheral service — but the product you receive will be different. A document prepared carefully, submitted properly, and registered in the registry is the difference between a document that will work when needed and one that will not withstand scrutiny.
Typical Market Price Ranges — 2026
A basic CPoA for one person: between 1,500 and 2,500 ILS attorney's fee, plus the Official Receiver fee. A complex CPoA involving two appointees, divided powers, and detailed medical annexes can reach 3,500–4,500 ILS or more.
Preparation of a CPoA for a couple (two separate documents, two signings, two registrations) typically falls in the range of 2,500–5,000 ILS together — a discount compared to preparing two separately.
Note: a very low price may indicate a partial service — it may not include in-depth advice, the document may have been drafted from a generic template without personalisation, or registration with the Official Receiver may not be included. Request a full breakdown of what the price covers before committing.
What the Full Service Includes — Step by Step
Consultation meeting: An in-depth conversation to understand the client's needs — who the appointee will be, what powers are desired, whether there are special medical needs, whether it is a couple, and what assets need to be managed. This meeting is the foundation of the document.
Drafting the document: Preparation of the personally tailored document — including the powers, restrictions, conditions for activation, and all agreed instructions. The document is sent to the client for review before signing.
Signing meeting: Signing takes place before the authorised attorney — who explains the document to the client, confirms they understand and are acting freely, and obtains the appointee's signature on the powers.
Submission and registration: Submission of the document to the Official Receiver for approval and registration in the national registry. After registration, doctors, banks, and authorities can verify the document's validity at any time. The attorney accompanies the entire process through to final approval.
Why Not to Cut Costs on the Attorney — the Cost of a Defective Document
A CPoA is a legally complex document that must meet specific requirements of the Legal Capacity and Guardianship Law and the Official Receiver's regulations. A defect — even a technical one — can cause the document to be rejected by the Official Receiver.
A document that is rejected or invalid cannot serve the purpose at the moment it is needed most — when the person is no longer competent. At that point, the family will have to start guardianship appointment proceedings from scratch — proceedings that cost many times more than the original saving on the fee.
It is therefore important to choose an authorised, experienced attorney who provides a transparent all-inclusive price — not just the lowest number. A CPoA is an investment made once for many years to come.
What Happens Without a CPoA If You Lose Capacity
When a person loses capacity without a CPoA, their family must apply to the Family Court for a guardianship appointment. The process takes an average of 4–8 months — during which it may not be possible to manage bank accounts, pay bills, sell assets, or make medical decisions.
The cost of guardianship proceedings includes the attorney's fee, a psychiatric opinion, and the ongoing costs of annual reporting to the court. In total, over the years, the cost of guardianship is many times higher than the cost of a CPoA.
In addition, the court — not you — decides who the guardian will be. A CPoA allows you to choose who manages your life and on what terms — while you are still able to make that decision yourself.
Frequently Asked Questions — Cost of a CPoA
Answers to the most common questions about the cost of a Continuing Power of Attorney
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