Durable Power of Attorney

A power of attorney is a legal document, which is used by the principal to delegate legal authority to the agent or attorney-in-fact. There are several kind of power of attorneys and each of these have their corresponding power of attorney forms, which must be filled out in order to draw up the relevant power of attorney. Broadly speaking there are three kinds of power of attorneys namely the durable power of attorney , the non durable power of attorney and the springing power of attorney. While the non-durable power of attorney as well as springing power of attorney is used for specific jobs and situations, the durable power of attorney is general in nature.

A durable power of attorney allows the agent to act on the principals' behalf once the latter is unable to do so due to mental or physical incapacities. Such a power of attorney comes into effect immediately and is revoked either by the principal's recovery or by the death of the principal. Since a durable power of attorney is a very important document, it is advisable to go through a sample power of attorney before actually drawing up a real one.

A sample power of attorney illustrates the various provisions that exist when a durable power of attorney is executed. Both the principal as well as the agent can go through sample power of attorney forms together and delegate and assess the various services that are listed on the sample power of attorney. After this has been done relevant power of attorney forms should be used to draw up the original durable power of attorney.

Most people avoid attorneys due to the indifferent attitude meted out by many. However seeking a qualified lawyer to assist in drawing up a durable power of attorney is highly beneficial. Expert attorneys can help in the use of proper language for the documentation and can also throw light on the various aspects and loopholes that can be exploited.

We at Stacy H Bowmen are adept at drafting foolproof durable power of attorneys that cannot be twisted and used for personal gain by anyone. The durable power of attorneys is drafted based on a keen understanding of the desires of the client so that the instructions are followed to the last word. We have drafted numerous sample power of attorney documents and therefore are familiar with the various listed duties and responsibilities. Each client is dealt with compassion and is given complete attention. Stacy is committed to using her expertise and experience in the field of law to provide the best available options to her clients.