Legal Question in Family Law in Florida
Power of attorney
If a husband gave power of attorney to his son and something happens to him, who is in charge of his finances at this point, his son or his wife
Asked on 7/17/08, 6:26 pm
1 Answer from Attorneys
Alicia Santana Torres
Santana Torres Law Offices, PL
Re: Power of attorney
His son, while husband is alive. If husband dies, a personal representative or executor must be appointed by the court (even is designated by a will) in order to have any real power. If the husband and wife have joint property, son can still exercise the father's rights over that property. If there is a conflict between the son and the wife or any fraud/breach of duty, you should see an attorney immediately.
Answered on 7/17/08, 8:57 pm