Power Of Attorney

A Power of Attorney is a written document given by a person [called The Donor] to another  person [called The Attorney] authorising the Attorney to take the action or actions as set out in the Power of Attorney in the name of the Donor. A Power of Attorney is generally given for a single act, such as signing a document in the absence of the Donor who might be on holiday, or for a specific purpose such as accessing a bank account to make a specific payment such as a hospital bill or nursing home fees. A power of attorney is cancelled when the purpose for which it was set up is complete. A power of attorney becomes invalid if the Donor becomes mentally unfit or unable to look after their affairs through illness or otherwise. If you are considering creating a Power of Attorney or are being asked to give a Power of Attorney in someone’s favour for any purpose, it is imperative that you are properly advised before doing so. We at Steen O Reilly will advise you on a confidential basis. Your first consultation will be FREE OF CHARGE