About Powers of Attorney

What Is a Durable Power of Attorney for Finances?

A durable power of attorney for finances is a legal document that allows you to appoint a trusted person to manage your financial affairs if you become unable to do so.

When Does a Durable Power of Attorney Take Effect?

A durable power of attorney can take effect immediately or when you become incapacitated; it doesn't end until your death unless you revoke it.

What Powers Can a Financial Power of Attorney Include?

When you assign someone power of attorney duties, you authorize them to manage your financial affairs and make important decisions on your behalf.

Signing and Notarizing a Durable Power of Attorney

Learn the steps to signing and notarizing a durable power of attorney, and know whether the document also needs to be witnessed and recorded.

When Does a Power of Attorney End?

Learn how to revoke a power of attorney and understand that a POA may also end or expire due to death, divorce, or if it is invalidated.

How to Make a Power of Attorney

Learn the steps to make a power of attorney document using a template, state form, or a lawyer’s help.

Attorney-in-Fact: Meaning, Powers, and Responsibilities

Understand the duties, responsibilities, and powers your attorney-in-fact has when you make a durable power of attorney

Choosing an Attorney-in-Fact

This article explains how to choose the best attorney-in-fact and avoid the complications of naming co-attorneys-in-fact or co-agents