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An estate plan is more than just a will which divides up your assets upon death. The plan will include powers of attorney designations, which name agents to make important financial and healthcare decisions on your behalf during your life should you become unable due to illness or significant impairment.
Granting someone power of attorney is not something you should take lightly. The lawyers of Ellis Family Law, P.L.L.C. can help you address the important questions as part of creating your estate plan. With office locations in Cary, Durham, Pittsboro and Wake Forest, we work with clients no matter where they reside in the Triangle area.
In North Carolina, a durable power of attorney allows you to give control over the day-to-day financial aspects of your life, such as paying your monthly bills, in the event you are unable to act for yourself. They can be as general or specific as you direct.
This is a very useful and powerful document as it allows your agent or “attorney-in-fact” to make financial decisions for you. This power can be effective immediately or upon incapacity of the principal. If the principal is incapacitated, then this document will allow the agent to conduct the business dealings of the principal without court intervention. Avoiding the Court saves both time and money. If the document is immediately effective, then it can also be used as a convenient way to pay bills if the principal is simply unreachable. It is imperative to choose a trusted person as your agent since the role carries so much power.
Everyone is always so kind from Casie and Christina at intake, to the paralegals and attorneys. They promptly answer all questions.
...Everyone is always so kind from Casie and Christina at intake, to the paralegals and attorneys. They promptly answer all questions.
Great experience, Christina is very resourceful and knows what she is doing. Helping me through various obstacles.
...Great experience, Christina is very resourceful and knows what she is doing. Helping me through various obstacles.
Christina is highly knowledgeable and offers excellent service.
...Christina is highly knowledgeable and offers excellent service.
Have been connected to Ellis Family Law for many years and cannot recommend a more knowledgeable, caring, hard working group of attorneys. I do not hesitate to refer to them...
Have been connected to Ellis Family Law for many years and cannot recommend a more knowledgeable, caring, hard working group of attorneys. I do not hesitate to refer to them no matter how big or small the issue. They are truly a one of a kind law firm and am so thankful I can count on their guidance.
Gray is top tier in family law — knowledgeable, strategic, and relentless when it comes to protecting his clients. If you want someone who knows the system and knows how...
Gray is top tier in family law — knowledgeable, strategic, and relentless when it comes to protecting his clients. If you want someone who knows the system and knows how to navigate it successfully, call Ellis Family Law. Amazing Attorneys!
I can’t say enough good things about Ellis Family Law. Going through a family law matter is never easy, but their team made the entire process feel manageable and supported...
I can’t say enough good things about Ellis Family Law. Going through a family law matter is never easy, but their team made the entire process feel manageable and supported from start to finish. They are professional, knowledgeable, and incredibly responsive. I worked with Christina & she was absolutely impeccable and I knew after the first phone call I was in the right place to handle my business. Thank you Ellis Family Law.
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To learn more about power of attorney designations and how you can safeguard your rights, call Ellis Family Law, P.L.L.C. in Durham, Cary, Pittsboro or Wake Forest at 919-688-9400, or complete our online contact form to schedule a consultation. An experienced lawyer is ready to help you craft a plan that meets your unique needs.
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