Recent Posts in Power of Attorney Category
Posted on Mar 5, 2012 By Los Angeles Estate Planning Attorney
In the Academy Award nominated film, The Descendants, the main character played by George Clooney must deal with not only handling his personal family issues, but also must contend with several major ...
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Posted on Nov 11, 2011 By Los Angeles Estate Planning Attorney
So, you've found yourself named as the acting agent under general durable power of attorney. Here are a few simple guidelines to help you understand and carry out the duties required of you under ...
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Posted on Nov 4, 2011 By Los Angeles Estate Planning Attorney
In the last post I wrote about how when the principal passes away it automatically nullifies any powers of attorney that might have been in place during his/her lifetime. But there is also another ...
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Posted on Nov 3, 2011 By Los Angeles Estate Planning Attorney
Powers of attorney are an essential part of your estate plan while you are still alive. However, did you know that they are useless after you die? Any authority that is granted under these powers ...
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Posted on Jul 8, 2011 By Los Angeles Estate Planning Attorney
In New York, there has been a 5 year ongoing guardianship battle between Mr. and Mrs. Gary Harvey of Horeseheads, NY and the Chemung County of which they reside. This battle stems from a 2006 incident ...
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Posted on Jun 23, 2011 By Los Angeles Estate Planning Attorney
Today you are healthy, happy, and have enough energy to run for miles. However, tomorrow, may be a completely different story. That is why appointing an Agent for your Power of Attorney may be a ...
Continue reading "Losing Your Capacity, Should Not Mean Losing Your Power" »