Power of Attorney
A durable power of attorney is a document in which you “the principal” grant certain authority to another person “the agent” to act on your behalf.
A Durable Power of Attorney may be specific, authorizing a person only to sell a car for you, for example. Or it can be very broad, allowing the agent to do almost anything on your behalf. Your “agent does not have to be a lawyer.
In Texas it can be any adult or institution. However, it should be someone who knows you well and whom you trust completely to manage your affairs. Your agent has to carry out your wishes and always act as you would choose or with your best interest in mind. Furthermore, If you change your mind about whom you want as your agent under a Durable Power of Attorney, you may revoke the document at anytime for any reason.
Zamora, PLLC. charges a flat fee for preparing a Durable Power of Attorney. |