Legal Question in Elder Law in Florida

power of attorney

My parents who reside in Florida have designated me, their daughter, as power of attorney. Someone has informed me that since I reside in New Jersey, it is not legal for me to be POA for them since I don't live in Florida. Not one institution, ie. banks, nursing homes, etc. has questioned me signing any document as their POA being aware that my residency is out of state. Can you tell me which is correct? Thank you.


Asked on 7/24/08, 2:40 pm

2 Answers from Attorneys

Frank J. Pyle Probate Attorney Throughout Florida

Re: power of attorney

Not a problem at all. Don't listen to "someone".

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Answered on 7/24/08, 2:55 pm
Alan Wagner Wagner, McLaughlin & Whittemore P.A.

Re: power of attorney

You can be a power of attorney for someone even though you live in a different state.

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Answered on 7/25/08, 8:34 am


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