Updated on May 10th, 2023A New York general power of attorney form enables a principal to name a representative (“agent” or “attorney-in-fact”) for the management of their financial affairs. A general power of attorney is not durable, so this arrangement terminates if the principal becomes unable to make competent decisions for themselves, or incapable of revoking an agreement. It is best if the attorney-in-fact is…
Updated on May 11th, 2023A Wisconsin revocation power of attorney form cancels a valid financial or medical power of attorney document. The process begins with filling out the desired revocation document; the financial and medical power of attorney forms have their own unique revocation documents, both of which are available below. After the document has been authorized, the agent should be notified of the cancellation,…
Updated on May 5th, 2023An Illinois durable power of attorney form enables the principal, or the individual creating the form, to assign an agent to oversee their finances and make decisions on their behalf. Because the form is durable, the agent will be able to operate even when the principal is unable to make decisions for herself (as determined by a licensed physician). Due to…
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 Michigan real estate power of attorney enables a property owner to grant another party permission to act on their behalf and make decisions relating to real estate. The chosen representative will have legal authorization to execute any transaction sanctioned by the property owner (a.k.a., the principal), such as paying their bills, executing leases, submitting offers to purchase, and selling real…
