Power of Attorney
Choose who manages your affairs if you can't — not the court. A power of attorney gives your family the legal authority to protect you when it matters most.
Free Power of Attorney ConsultationWhy You Need a Power of Attorney
Types of Power of Attorney
Durable Power of Attorney
Remains effective even if you become incapacitated. This is the most important type for estate planning — it ensures someone can manage your finances without court intervention.
Limited Power of Attorney
Grants authority for a specific purpose or limited time — such as signing a real estate closing while you're out of town. Automatically ends when the task is complete.
Springing Power of Attorney
Takes effect only when you become incapacitated, as determined by a physician. Gives you control for as long as you're able, then seamlessly transfers authority.
Avoid Court-Ordered Guardianship
Without a power of attorney, your family must go to court to manage your affairs if you're incapacitated — a process that's expensive, public, and stressful. A power of attorney lets your loved ones act immediately, privately, and without court involvement.
Power of Attorney FAQs
What's the difference between a power of attorney and a will?
A power of attorney is effective while you're alive and ends at death. A will takes effect only after death. You need both — a power of attorney protects you during your lifetime, and a windirects what happens to your assets after.
Can I revoke a power of attorney?
Yes. As long as you're mentally competent, you can revoke a power of attorney at any time by providing written notice to your agent and any institutions that have a copy on file.
Who should I choose as my agent?
Choose someone you trust completely — typically a spouse, adult child, or close family member. They should be organized, financially responsible, and willing to serve. You can also name a successor agent in case your first choice is unable to serve.
What happens if I don't have a power of attorney?
If you become incapacitated without one, your family must petition the court for guardianship or conservatorship. This process is expensive, time-consuming, and public. A power of attorney avoids all of that.
Don't Leave It to the Courts
Schedule a free consultation to set up a power of attorney that protects you and your family — with no obligation.