Legal Question in Wills and Trusts in New York
Power of attorney
when does a power of attorney end? what power does an executor have to execute the estate
Asked on 6/09/08, 7:31 pm
1 Answer from Attorneys
Walter LeVine
Walter D. LeVine, Esq.
Re: Power of attorney
A Power of Attorney normally ends upon the death of the person granting the Power. There are limited exceptions if action is taken before anyone knows of the death. The Executor, when qualified and appointed, has all "power" or authority necessary to carry out the terms of the Will. Once the Will is probated and the Executor appointed, he should give notice to all interested parties of the probate and also a copy of the Will.
Answered on 6/10/08, 1:47 pm