Updated on May 10th, 2023A South Dakota minor power of attorney form can be used to grant guardianship powers to an attorney-in-fact, providing the individual with the authority to make healthcare and educational decisions for a child. Often a document like this will be drafted when a parent or legal guardian has fallen under circumstances that make it impossible to care for a minor child in…
Updated on May 5th, 2023A Maryland tax power of attorney form is used by individuals to appoint a representative to handle the filing of their taxes. The tax agent can be any third party, however, individuals will typically choose a certified professional accountant (CPA) or tax attorney. Under state law, the form must be filed by the representative accompanied by a copy of the taxpayer’s…
Updated on May 16th, 2023A West Virginia living will is a legal document establishing a patient’s wishes regarding the use of life-prolonging treatments if they are ever terminal or permanently unconscious and unable to communicate medical decisions for themselves. Any “competent” adult can execute a living will at any time. The living will must be in written form. Laws Statute – §16-30-4 (Executing a living…
Updated on May 10th, 2023An Ohio general power of attorney is a legal document that allows a person (principal) to appoint an attorney-in-fact to manage their financial affairs. The attorney-in-fact does not have to be an attorney; in fact, a principal usually chooses someone close to them to represent their best interests. The powers created under the general POA can be broad in nature or…
Updated on May 11th, 2023A Washington tax power of attorney form is provided by the Department of Revenue to authorize a representative to handle an individual’s tax filing with the State of Washington. The person selected should be a qualified individual like a tax attorney or a certified public accountant (CPA) as any mistakes will be the principal’s liability. The documents will usually be attached…
