Updated on May 9th, 2023A Missouri general power of attorney form allows an individual person to select an agent to handle any type of financial decision-making on their behalf (in accordance with § 404.710). The principal may apply restrictions on the authorities assigned to the representative (the “attorney-in-fact”) as they see fit. The agreement can be terminated by the principal at any time and becomes…
Updated on May 16th, 2023A South Dakota living will is a legal document in which a medical patient declares their preferences regarding withholding or withdrawing life-sustaining treatment in cases of terminal illness or imminent death. The will becomes effective when the patient can no longer communicate their own decisions for their care. Any competent adult can execute a living will. If the living will does…
Updated on May 5th, 2023An Iowa tax power of attorney form allows residents to select a professional accountant to file taxes with the Department of Revenue on their behalf. It is recommended that an expert in the tax field such as a certified public accountant is selected as any mistakes and discrepancies can lead to penalties for the principal. However, any adult resident can be…
Updated on May 10th, 2023A Tennessee durable power of attorney form lets a principal name a representative that can manage all their financial needs. The selected representative is known as an attorney-in-fact, though this person does not need to be an actual attorney. Whoever is chosen as attorney-in-fact should be someone trustworthy and well-known by the principal. It is also recommended to name an alternative…
Updated on May 9th, 2023A Mississippi medical power of attorney form is used to name a healthcare agent to represent an individual in the event that they are incapacitated due to illness, injury, or old age. Most individuals choose their spouse, a close friend, or a relative to be their agent. The selected representative should be available locally and be trusted to advocate the principal’s views…
