Power of Attorney in Warner Robins, Georgia

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In Warner Robins, Georgia, power of attorney is an arrangement in which one person (the principal) gives another (the attorney-in-fact) the ability to act on the principal's behalf in specific situations, and under specific conditions. Power of attorney might be granted for any number of reasons, but it is most frequently set up to allow the attorney-in-fact to make financial and medical decisions on the principal's behalf in the event that the principal becomes incapacitated.

The principal can state in advance the scope and nature of the attorney-in-fact's authority. The agreement should be very clear on this matter, so you give the attorney-in-fact enough authority to carry out your instructions, but not more than they need in order to accomplish your objectives. Moreover, the attorney-in-fact should be someone you trust, such as a family member or life partner. You also need to be aware of the fact that your unique situation, as well as the actions you want the attorney to be able to take on your behalf, will help determine the most effective arrangement.

For instance, some people have specific wishes, whether based on religion or personal preference, about how they should be cared for at the end of their life. Oftentimes, people who are at the end of their lives become unable to express their wishes. Consequently, it becomes necessary to have somebody else who knows what they would want, and has the legal authority to give effect to those wishes.

Usually, you can find forms in Warner Robins, Georgia that let you easily draft a power of attorney document. However, if a considerable amount of money is at stake, or you wish to grant very specific and limited powers, you should probably consult with a lawyer beforehand.

Types of Power of Attorney Arrangements in Warner Robins, Georgia

In Warner Robins, Georgia, there are 3 forms of power of attorney. They are:

1. Limited power of attorney - this is probably the most limited type of power of attorney. It lets someone act on your behalf in a single instance. It is used most frequently in large sales transactions involving a written contract. If the closing of the deal is set to take place far away from where one of the parties is located, they can give limited power of attorney to someone who is closer. All you have to do is give that person the authority to act on your behalf in this one transaction. This authority automatically expires once the deal is finished.

2. Durable power of attorney - this gives the attorney in fact the power to make decisions on a general area of the principal's affairs (for example, the power to access the principal's assets to pay the principal's debts, or the power to make healthcare decisions on behalf of the principal). Unlike limited power of attorney, durable power of attorney does not expire unless the principal revokes it. This is useful, because it permits the attorney-in-fact to make important decisions for the principal if the principal becomes incapacitated.

3. Springing power of attorney - this is a form of power of attorney which doesn't truly take effect until the occurrence of some stated event. This event can be anything, but it is often the principal becoming disabled. You should be aware, though, that it is not always clear what "disabled" means in such an agreement, which can result in disagreements, resulting in litigation.

Can a Warner Robins, Georgia Lawyer Help?

Because setting up a power of attorney agreement is not always straightforward in Warner Robins, Georgia, it's never imprudent to at least speak with a lawyer beforehand. As with any legal agreement, there are things that can go wrong, which laypersons may not foresee.

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Life in Warner Robins

Warner Robins, Georgia is located in two counties in Georgia -- Houston County and Peach County. The dual-county city has a population of close to 50,000 residents. The city was originally named York before settling on its' current name in 1947.

Because of the presence of Robins Air Force Base, which attracts people from all around the world, the city is nicknamed "International City." The base is also the state's largest employer in a single location -- providing over 21,000 jobs to local residents. The Museum of Aviation is also a popular place to visit, located right next to the base.

In addition to being a great place to work, Warner Robins has also been named one of Georgia's best places to raise a family by Business Week. Not surpringly, Warner Robins is also a great place to find a lawyer. Whatever the legal issue is, Warner Robins lawyers are available to help a client navigate through the often confusing legal landscape of a problem.

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