Protecting Your Future
What is Power of Attorney?
A Power of Attorney is a legal document that grants someone else the authority to act on your behalf in specified matters. There are two primary types of Power of Attorney:
Types of Power of Attorney
- Financial Power of Attorney: This type enables your agent to handle financial matters, such as paying bills, managing investments, and accessing bank accounts.
- Healthcare Power of Attorney: This type empowers your agent to make healthcare decisions on your behalf, including consenting to medical treatments, choosing healthcare providers, and accessing medical records.
There may be other circumstances in which power of attorney would be beneficial; schedule a consultation with Cutler Riley today to discuss your options.
Why You Need Power of Attorney
Having Power of Attorney in place offers numerous benefits:
- Peace of mind: Knowing that a trusted person can manage your affairs if you cannot provides you and your loved ones with invaluable peace of mind.
- Avoidance of court intervention: Without a Power of Attorney, your family may need to seek guardianship through a court process, which can be time-consuming and expensive.
- Maintaining control: A Power of Attorney allows you to choose who will make decisions on your behalf, ensuring your wishes are respected.
- Flexibility: You can customize your Power of Attorney to grant your agent broad or limited powers, depending on your preferences.
Choosing the Right Agent
Selecting the right person to act as your agent is a critical decision. Consider these factors:
- Trustworthiness: Choose someone you implicitly trust to act in your best interests.
- Responsibility: Your agent should be responsible and organized, capable of handling financial or healthcare matters.
- Availability: Select someone who is readily available to act on your behalf if needed.
- Communication skills: Your agent should be able to communicate effectively with healthcare providers, financial institutions, and your loved ones.
The Cutler Riley Difference
At Cutler Riley, we understand the importance of planning for the future. Our experienced attorneys will work closely with you to create a Power of Attorney that reflects your unique needs and goals. We will guide you through the entire process, ensuring your documents are legally sound and provide the protection you deserve.
Our Power of Attorney Services Include:
- Personalized consultations: We take the time to understand your individual circumstances and tailor our advice accordingly.
- Comprehensive document drafting: We meticulously draft your Power of Attorney, ensuring it accurately reflects your wishes and complies with Utah law.
- Ongoing support: We are available to answer your questions and provide guidance throughout the life of your Power of Attorney.
Take Control of Your Future Today
Don’t wait until it’s too late. Contact Cutler Riley today to schedule a consultation and learn more about how a Power of Attorney can protect you and your loved ones.
Call us at (385) 262-9012 or visit our office in Kaysville, Utah.
We’re here to help you plan for the future with confidence.