What is a power of attorney (POA)?
What is a power of attorney (POA)?
A legal document known as a power of attorney permits someone else to act on your behalf and you must sign your power of attorney in the presence of a commissioned notary public . we provide mobile and in-office services for this service.
Elderly individuals and those who wish to appoint a reliable individual to act on their behalf in the event that they are unable to do so may find powers of attorney (POA) useful. Making a POA to designate a stand-in decision-maker, also known as an agent, allows you to prepare ahead of time.
Getting a power of attorney notarized affirms that your document is real and increases its credibility. Protection and authority are the main goals of a power of attorney as a legal document. Without a lawyer's assistance, any mentally competent person can draft a power of attorney agreement. Be aware that the grantor may wish to speak with a lawyer based on their particular circumstances to make sure their POA addresses all of their particular needs and specifications.
It is important to remember that every state has different rules and regulations regarding the execution of durable power of attorney paperwork. You are not allowed to sign legal documents if you are mentally ill or unable to make critical choices.
You must sign the POA in the presence of a notary public and at least one witness. The notary public cannot act as the witness. Additionally, the following people cannot be your witness:
your doctor or mental health service provider (or a relative of the doctor or provider)
an owner or operator of a health care facility where you're a patient or resident (or a relative of the owner or operator)
a parent, sibling, child, or grandchild (or a spouse of any of these people) of either you or any of your agents or successor agents—the person or people you named as agents or successor agents in your POA.
Ill. Comp. Stat. 45/3-3.6. These rules help ensure that your witnesses are disinterested—that is, they're unlikely to have ulterior motives when witnessing your signature.
Contact Tammy R. Stephens at Motary Notary Fingerprinting & More to schedule an appointment for your power of attorney today. 1-888-818-8141
Simplify Your Life with a Power of Attorney
Gain peace of mind and confidently tackle life's unknowns with a power of attorney (POA)—your trusted backup who can step in to act for you. Sign once, in the presence of a notary, which we proudly provide both on-the-go and in-office for your ease.
Ideal for seniors and planners, a POA lets you appoint a reliable person to be your voice when you can't be there. It's more than a piece of paper; it's a symbol of preparedness, choosing a representative to carry out your wishes.
Getting your POA notarized is crucial—it solidifies your intent and legally protects your decisions, no attorney required (though one could fine-tune your POA to align with your specific wishes).
Remember, POA laws vary by state. Plus, you can't sign any legal documents if you're not mentally sound, so don't delay.
When signing, you need a notary and an impartial witness—family or those with an interest in the POA won't qualify.
To embrace the security a POA offers, contact Tammy R. Stephens at Motary Notary Fingerprinting & More. Call 1-888-818-8141 and safeguard your future today.
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