Legal Question in Elder Law in Maryland

I am named as an agent in an advance directive. Do I need to revoke the authority if I did not execute the document.


Asked on 11/02/17, 2:43 pm

1 Answer from Attorneys

Cedulie Laumann Arden Law Firm, LLC

An agent cannot revoke an advance directive or health care power of attorney (only the principal can). However, an agent cannot be forced to serve. If the first named agent is unavailable to serve, then typically the successor agent steps in.

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Answered on 11/22/17, 8:05 am


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