Power of Attorney
Planning for the unexpected with financial and healthcare powers of attorney.
Overview
A power of attorney is one of the most important legal documents you can have. It designates a trusted person to make financial or healthcare decisions on your behalf if you become incapacitated. Without these documents, your family may face costly and time-consuming guardianship proceedings. At Holman & Pitts Law, we help Tamaqua-area families prepare powers of attorney that provide peace of mind and protection.
Our Power of Attorney Services Include:
- Durable financial power of attorney
- Healthcare power of attorney
- Limited/special power of attorney
- Springing power of attorney
- Living wills and advance healthcare directives
- Agent selection guidance and counseling
- Power of attorney revocation
- Guardianship alternatives through POA planning
Why Choose Holman & Pitts Law?
We take the time to explain every provision and help you choose the right agents for your situation. Our powers of attorney are drafted to meet Pennsylvania's specific requirements and include important protections that generic online forms often miss.
Frequently Asked Questions
A durable power of attorney remains effective even if you become incapacitated - which is the primary purpose. Without the "durable" designation, a power of attorney automatically terminates upon your incapacity, which is precisely when you need it most.
Choose someone you trust completely who is responsible, organized, and willing to serve. This is often a spouse, adult child, or trusted friend. You can name alternate agents in case your first choice is unable to serve. Our attorneys help you think through this decision.
Yes. As long as you are mentally competent, you can revoke a power of attorney at any time by executing a written revocation and notifying your agent and any institutions that have a copy of the original document.