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.
2 Answers from Attorneys
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.
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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