Legal Question in Family Law in Virginia

Power of Attorney

My father appointed his sister (my Aunt) power of attorney. Now that he has passed; is the power of attorney still valid?


Asked on 2/23/07, 11:28 pm

2 Answers from Attorneys
Michael Hendrickson Law Office Michael E. Hendrickson

Re: Power of Attorney

No, the POA's legal validity ceased upon your father's demise.

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Answered on 2/23/07, 11:32 pm
Ruth Emily Kochard Ruth Emily Kochard, Counselor at Law

Re: Power of Attorney

A durable power of attorney terminates upon death and thus it is no longer valid.

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Answered on 2/24/07, 12:11 am


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