Legal Question in Wills and Trusts in Texas

Power of Attorney designation

My grandfather is 92 yrs old and has medical problems. My step-grandmother is his ''caretaker''. He needs more medical attention than what is being provided at home. At times, I feel he is even being neglected and mal-nourished. Is it legal for me to assign myself as his agent on a power of attorney.


Asked on 2/22/06, 3:17 pm

2 Answers from Attorneys

James Grissom Law Office of James P. Grissom

Re: Power of Attorney designation

You can file an application for guardianship of your grandfather. You cannot "appoint yourself". The judge is the one that decides based upon evidence and testimony presented before him.

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Answered on 2/22/06, 4:01 pm
Peter Bradie Bradie, Bradie & Bradie

Re: Power of Attorney designation

Only your grandfather can designate who he wants as his attorney-in-fact. You can't do it.

It sounds very much as if you really want to be appointed as guardian over him, and for that I strongly suggest that you hire a lawyer to guide you through the procedural pitfalls. Also be prepared to post a hefty bond upon appointment.

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Answered on 2/22/06, 6:48 pm


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