Power of Attorney: Complete Navigator

Designate someone to act on your behalf for financial or medical decisions. Learn which type fits your situation.

Choose Your Type

Durable Power of Attorney

When to use

Covers financial and legal decisions. 'Durable' means it remains valid if you become incapacitated.

Who should consider

Everyone 18+ — especially anyone with property, investments, or business interests.

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Healthcare POA / Proxy

When to use

Designates someone to make medical decisions on your behalf if you are unconscious or incapacitated.

Who should consider

Anyone facing surgery, serious illness, or anyone who wants to ensure their healthcare wishes are respected.

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Limited / Special POA

When to use

Covers a specific transaction or time period. Automatically expires when the purpose is fulfilled.

Who should consider

People buying/selling property while abroad, or delegating for a single financial transaction.

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Understand Before You Sign

A power of attorney is one of the most powerful legal documents you can grant. Choosing the wrong agent or wrong type can have lasting consequences. Our guides break down each option in plain English so you can make an informed decision.

When You Need a POA

1
Before Surgery or Medical Procedures
Even routine procedures carry risk. A healthcare POA ensures your wishes are known.
2
Travel or Extended Absence
A limited POA allows someone to manage specific financial matters while you're away.
3
Early Signs of Cognitive Decline
Planning ahead while mentally competent is far easier than pursuing conservatorship later.

Frequently Asked Questions

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Choose Your Type

Durable Power of Attorney

When to use

Covers financial and legal decisions. 'Durable' means it remains valid if you become incapacitated.

Who should consider

Everyone 18+ — especially anyone with property, investments, or business interests.

View Form Guide →

Healthcare POA / Proxy

When to use

Designates someone to make medical decisions on your behalf if you are unconscious or incapacitated.

Who should consider

Anyone facing surgery, serious illness, or anyone who wants to ensure their healthcare wishes are respected.

View Form Guide →

Limited / Special POA

When to use

Covers a specific transaction or time period. Automatically expires when the purpose is fulfilled.

Who should consider

People buying/selling property while abroad, or delegating for a single financial transaction.

View Form Guide →

When You Need a POA

Before Surgery or Medical Procedures

Even routine procedures carry risk. A healthcare POA ensures your wishes are known.

Travel or Extended Absence

A limited POA allows someone to manage specific financial matters while you're away.

Early Signs of Cognitive Decline

Planning ahead while mentally competent is far easier than pursuing conservatorship later.

Power of Attorney: Complete Navigator

Choose Your Type

Durable Power of Attorney

Healthcare POA / Proxy

Limited / Special POA

Understand Before You Sign

When You Need a POA

Before Surgery or Medical Procedures

Travel or Extended Absence

Early Signs of Cognitive Decline

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I revoke a power of attorney?

What is the difference between POA and guardianship?

Does a POA need to be notarized?

Official Resources

Power of Attorney: Complete Navigator

Choose Your Type

Durable Power of Attorney

Healthcare POA / Proxy

Limited / Special POA

Understand Before You Sign

When You Need a POA

Before Surgery or Medical Procedures

Travel or Extended Absence

Early Signs of Cognitive Decline

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I revoke a power of attorney?

What is the difference between POA and guardianship?

Does a POA need to be notarized?

Official Resources