We can assist you in granting power of attorney to your chosen agent.
Circumstances may prevent you from making medical or financial decisions for yourself, in which case a durable power of attorney can be helpful to ensure a trusted individual can make those decisions on your behalf. You might decide to grant your spouse power of attorney for health reasons, or you might grant someone general power of attorney to take care of a broad range of matters, like business transactions, paying bills, or signing documents on your behalf. However, a standard power of attorney is typically terminated if you become incapacitated. For it to continue past incapacitation, you will need a durable power of attorney.
A durable power of attorney allows you to choose someone (the “agent”) to manage your financial, healthcare, or legal matters on your behalf and for that document to remain in effect even after you (the “principal”) are no longer able to make decisions. It can help you avoid the time-consuming guardianship process and give you control over who will act on your behalf instead of having the court appoint someone for you.
If you would like to grant someone a durable power of attorney, you can trust our team at Gort Law P.A. Our firm practices many areas of law, including estate planning, so we understand the nuances of powers of attorney and can assist you in creating an arrangement that works best for your needs and interests.
We serve Jupiter, Florida and surrounding areas and provide free consultations. Contact us today.