Legal Question in Wills and Trusts in Georgia

power of attorney

i purchased a power of attorney for the state of georgia to handle my fathers affairs in the event he could not.in the checlist was that this is effective immediately and remains in effect until his death or incapacitation.i only need it in the event of his death or incapacitation.is this what i need or not?if not please direct me to the proper forms.thank you.


Asked on 10/04/06, 11:20 am

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Glen Ashman Ashman Law Office also dba Glen Ashman Attorney

Re: power of attorney

You say you "purchased" a power of attormney form. The preparation of a Power of Attorney is the practice of law and should be done by a lawyer. In addition to making sure the document is correct, you will receive advice about how and when it can be used, and problems that could occur when and if you do.

The proper place to get a Power of Attorney is from an attorney. We do a simple one for $100 including one consultation. Feel free to contact my office should you be interested in that.

There is no way anyone here can comment on the papers you bought, as we have not seen them, but unless they were prepared by a lawyer, I would be concerned.

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Answered on 10/04/06, 11:37 am


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