Legal Question in Family Law in Texas
Power of Attorney
A power of attorney was granted by a mother to a care provider for a mentally retarded child of 17. That child is now almost 19. Is the power of attorney still valid or is a guardianship in order now?
2 Answers from Attorneys
Re: Power of Attorney
Yes, some type of guardianship needs to be established, since the power of attorney is only authority to act for the person creating it, and the mother no longer has authority over her son since he's no longer a minor. Guardianships are costly to get. I'm aware that some people simply do nothing about getting a formal guardianship and instead just do what they must to take care of the ward. Just another example, imo, of how the legal system doesn't really help people that need its help.
Re: Power of Attorney
Guardianship
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