ASK THE LAWYER By Daniel A. Gwinn, Esq.
QUESTION: What is a Power of Attorney and do I need one as part of my estate plan?
ANSWER: Everyone needs a Power of Attorney. The Power of Attorney is a legal document giving permission to someone you pick to handle your business and legal affairs if you can’t do them yourself. For example, your Power of Attorney could pay your bills or hire other professionals to assist you. The person you choose as your Power of Attorney is required to act in your best interests. You may limit the scope of authority of the person you chose as your Power of Attorney. Your attorney can draft the Power of Attorney document to fit your unique situation.
The lawyers are GWINN TAURIAINEN PLLC are experienced estate planning attorneys and are happy to answer your questions. Give us a call for a free initial telephone consultation about estate planning or your other legal needs. For consideration of your questions in our web column, please submit your inquiry on the “Contact Us” page of our website at www.gwinntauriainenlaw.com.
Attorney and Counselor at Law
GWINN TAURIAINEN PLLC 901 Wilshire Drive, Suite 550 Troy, MI 48084 (248) 247-3300 (248) 247-3310
