Power of Attorney
An Arizona Durable General Power of Attorney allows you to designate an individual to handle your financial affairs while you are unable to do so, without court approval or court proceedings. Our attorneys work closely with you to ensure that the power granted to your agent is as broad or narrow as you wish.
Although a Power of Attorney does not avoid the Probate process, it is often combined with other estate planning documents to provide for complete financial management during incapacity as well as the avoidance of Probate at death. A Power of Attorney can avoid subjecting your loved ones to lawyers, courts and judges when they are grief-stricken.
Health Care Power of Attorney
A Health Care Power of Attorney, like a Arizona Durable General Power of Attorney, allows you to bestow authority upon a specified individual during time of incapacity. However, a Health Care Power of Attorney specifically gives the person(s) you select the power to make health care decisions for you if you cannot do it for yourself. This will keep your family from hiring lawyers and going to the courthouse if problems arise.