Updated on May 11th, 2023A Virginia general power of attorney form is a legal instrument that allows a person to select someone else, referred to as an “agent,” to handle all facets of their finances on their behalf. The agent is permitted to use these unrestricted powers as long as the person designating authority, known as the “principal,” is coherent. If a medical physician deems…
Updated on May 10th, 2023A North Carolina general power of attorney form establishes a legally binding arrangement between a principal and their attorney-in-fact in regard to the management of financial affairs. Whereas the principal entrusts the attorney-in-fact to handle all or a portion of their personal and business finances (assets, property, banking transactions, etc), the attorney-in-fact agrees to represent the principal with the principal’s best…
Updated on June 17th, 2025An Arkansas guardianship over a minor child power of attorney can be used by the parents of minor children to select a family member or close friend to act as a guardian. Arkansas law does not specify a limit on the term of validity for this type of arrangement. Unless an advance expiration date is established by the parents, the agent’s…
Updated on May 11th, 2023A West Virginia limited power of attorney form allows a resident to choose someone else to handle a specific financial activity or decision on their behalf. This restricted appointment may be anything as serious as handling a real estate transaction, more commonly a closing, to simple tasks such as paying bills. After the designated activities are complete, the representative’s authority will…
Updated on June 13th, 2023A Wisconsin living will is a legal document declaring a patient’s preferences concerning life-sustaining procedures for terminal conditions and persistent vegetative states. Anyone 18 or older and of “sound mind” (§ 154.03) can voluntarily execute a living will. The patient has to provide their medical practitioner with the living will to formally add it to their records. A medical practitioner can…
