Powers of Attorney
Planning for unforeseen circumstances.
Powers of attorney: What happens if you are away from home when documents need to be signed or you are suffering from an illness or injury that affects your ability to make decisions?
There are two main types of powers of attorney. They are:
- a General Power of Attorney; or
- an Enduring Power of Attorney.
Giving someone an enduring power of attorney allows for your wishes to be carried out if you lose the capacity to make decisions yourself. Your attorney will have the power to make decisions in your interest and to sign necessary financial documents.
A power of attorney is a legal document made by one person that allows another person to do things with the first person’s money, bank accounts, shares, real estate and other assets. An attorney appointed under a power of attorney can make financial decisions on your behalf such as operating your bank account or selling your house.
At Step Solicitors we have experience in the preparation, execution and revocation of general power of attorney, enduring power of attorney and guardianship appointments.
We are available seven days a week to assist you in your legal matter.
Guardianship Appointments
If you lose the capacity to make your own decisions, an enduring guardian can make health and lifestyle decisions on your behalf, such as where you should live and what medical treatment and services you should receive. The appointment of an enduring guardian can only be revoked at the request of the person appointed as enduring guardian or if the Guardianship Tribunal is satisfied that revocation is in the best interests of the person.
Step Solicitors is available to assist you with all your enduring guardianship needs.
Have you got a valid Will?
Consider making or updating your will. It could be very helpful for your loved ones.
For advice concerning Powers of Attorney and Appointments of Guardianship, please contact Step Solicitors on 1300 651 193.
* The information on this page does not constitute legal advice and should not be relied upon in lieu of seeking professional advice on the specifics of your individual matter.
