Legal Question in Family Law in Maryland

Power of Attorney

I live in Florida and am sending my eldest daughter to Maryland to live with my mother, her grandmother, permanantly. She is 16. I want to grant POA to my mother. Should the POA be written in FL or MD (which jurisdiction governs?) ?


Asked on 6/10/04, 4:01 pm

2 Answers from Attorneys

G. Joseph Holthaus III Law Offices of G. Joseph Holthaus

Re: Power of Attorney

A POA should be written to conform to the law where it will most often be used. In your case this appears to be Maryland unless your mother is planning to move.

There are various types of POAs each having advantages and disadvantages.

You will need to be informed of the types of POAs and then select one that best fits your needs. You will need to list the various powers you want to provide and any limitations. You will need more than a POA to accomplish certain matters.

Contact me and I'll be glad to assist. You should not make this decision without speaking to an attorney.

Joe Holthaus (410) 799-9002

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Answered on 6/10/04, 7:36 pm
Robert Sher Wagshal and Sher

Re: Power of Attorney

Since it will be used in MD it should probably be written to comply with MD law. I would be happy to assist you. You should list what authority you wish to give to your mother. However, for some things you may need to have your mother formally appointed as a guardian--school enrollment, for example. You can check with the school system for details.

Robert Sher

301 986-4555

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Answered on 6/10/04, 4:39 pm


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