Guide to Lasting Power of Attorney

How to appoint someone as your power of attorney

If you are unable to make decisions for yourself because of a serious medical condition, you might want to appoint someone as your power of attorney. This person can make decisions on your behalf if you are unable to do so. Here is a step-by-step guide on appointing someone as your power of attorney:

1. Decide who you want to appoint as your power of attorney. You can appoint anyone you trust as long as they have authority to make decisions on your behalf.
2. Write a letter appointing the person as your power of attorney. Make sure to state the reasons why you chose that person and what authority they will have.
3. Make copies of the letter and keep one copy for yourself and one copy for the person you appointed as your power of attorney.
4. Give the letter to the person you appointed as your power of attorney. Make sure to tell them that you have given them authority to make decisions on your behalf.

What are the duties and responsibilities of a power of attorney

A power of attorney is a legal document that allows one person to appoint another person to act on their behalf. The appointed person is called the "power of attorney holder." The power of attorney holder has many duties and responsibilities, including but not limited to: making financial decisions, signing documents on the power of attorney holder's behalf, and caring for the power of attorney holder's property.

What should you do if you need to revoke or change your power of attorney?

If you need to revoke or change your power of attorney, there are a few things you should do. First, make sure you have a copy of the original power of attorney document. Next, contact the person who signed the power of attorney document. They will need to give you written consent to revoke or change the power of attorney. Finally, file a petition with the court.

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