by Rebecca Seeley Harris | Oct 27, 2024 | Information, Lasting Power of Attorney, Practical tips
Being given the responsibility of a Power of Attorney is a big deal and it’s complicated. So, once you have it you might be thinking “I have power of attorney, now what?” This article will break down, in simple terms, what power of attorney means....
by Rebecca Seeley Harris | Oct 19, 2024 | Information
Under a Lasting Power of Attorney (LPA), attorneys are given significant authority but must always act within legal and ethical boundaries. This ensures that their decisions are always in the donor’s best interests. This article discusses how to make decisions under...
by Rebecca Seeley Harris | Oct 5, 2024 | Attorney, Information, Lasting Power of Attorney, Practical tips
A Lasting Power of Attorney (LPA) is a powerful legal tool that allows someone you trust (the ‘attorney’) to make decisions on your behalf. One area where this authority can come into play is gifting. There are specific rules and guidelines governing how...
by Rebecca Seeley Harris | Sep 14, 2024 | Donor, Information, Lasting Power of Attorney
When setting up a Lasting Power of Attorney (LPA), a crucial part of the process is selecting a certificate provider. This individual serves an important role by confirming that the donor understands what they are doing. In addition, that they are not being pressured...
by Rebecca Seeley Harris | Sep 7, 2024 | Attorney, Information
Being appointed as an attorney is a significant responsibility. There may be situations, however, where the appointed attorney feels unable or unwilling to continue. In such cases, the attorney will need to look at disclaiming the LPA and this article covers what the...