Establish Power of Attorney
It is recommended that you seek legal advice when establishing power of attorney. You can find an attorney by visiting the State Bar of Georgia’s website.
Authorize another person to make decisions on your behalf with power of attorney.
A power of attorney is a legal document that allows an individual to make decisions for another person, known as the principal. There are two main types of power of attorney: financial and medical.
In Georgia, power of attorney must meet certain basic requirements, including being signed by the principal, witnesses, and a notary public. There are standardized forms available for financial and health care powers of attorney.
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