Legal Question in Wills and Trusts in New York

Re: Power of Attorney

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Just what are you trying to accomplish? If you are looking to be able to move assets in the event of disability or incapacity of either of your parents, a power of attorney is not your best choice.

Your parents should be urged to consult an elder law attorney for advice.

Re: Power of Attorney

A power of attorney is not a complex document, but consultation with an attorney is recommended. The on-line POA will create a legally valid document.

The POA will give flexibility in maintenance of assets and liabilities, but will aford no, zero, none, protection in the event of illness or other incapacity. At the very least, a medicaid trust should be considered. This can be done on-line as well, but, please, make an appointment and ask a real lawyer to review your work before it is implemented.