Legal Question in Family Law in Nevada
Durable Power of Attorney
Do to circumstances beyond our controll, my son has asked me to assume power of attorney for him. After he fills out papers and has them noterized, do they have to be seen by a judge or entered into a court somewhere.
Asked on 7/27/04, 6:20 pm
1 Answer from Attorneys
Maria Loventime Estanislao
Law Office of Maria Loventime Estanislao
Re: Durable Power of Attorney
I am assuming your son is an adult. Generally, the durable power of attorney does not need to be approved by a court. If your son is incompetent to give consent (e.g., a minor, mentally ill, or otherwise does not know what he is doing), however, the power of attorney may be ineffective or voidable. In that instance, you should seek to be appointed as guardian. If your son is competent, your son should consider specifying the powers he desires you to have.
Answered on 7/27/04, 6:37 pm