Legal Question in Wills and Trusts in Louisiana
power of attorney
I have the power of attorney for my elderly mother. She passed away in Dec. Will the power of attorney remain in effect so I can sign documents?
Asked on 3/03/09, 2:45 pm
2 Answers from Attorneys
James Maguire
James G. Maguire, Attorney At Law
Re: power of attorney
No. The power of attorney terminated at your mother's death.
To take any action, your would have to be appointed as the executor of her succession.
Answered on 3/03/09, 2:47 pm
Andrew Casanave
Andrew M. Casanave
Re: power of attorney
No. Power of attorney gives you no more power than the issuer has. Since she's now dead there is no power.
Answered on 3/03/09, 2:48 pm
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