What Does a Power of Attorney Do in Illinois?

Estate planning is not only about what happens after death.

 

It also protects you during life.

 

A power of attorney allows someone you trust to act on your behalf if you become unable to manage your affairs.

 

Illinois estate plans often include two important powers of attorney:

Financial Power of Attorney

 

This document allows someone to:

• Pay bills
• Access bank accounts
• Manage investments
• Handle real estate matters
• Make financial decisions

Healthcare Power of Attorney

 

This document allows someone to:

• Make medical decisions
• Speak with doctors
• Access medical information
• Carry out healthcare wishes

Without powers of attorney, loved ones may need court guardianship.

 

Guardianship proceedings can be expensive and time-consuming and PUBLIC.

 

A complete estate plan often includes powers of attorney to avoid uncertainty.

 

At JPR Law, LLC, we help Illinois clients create estate plans that include incapacity planning.

 

Schedule a virtual consultation with  Julie A. Kolodziej at JPR Law, LLC to discuss your estate planning, probate, or trust administration needs from the comfort of your couch.

 

About Julie A. Kolodziej

 

Julie A. Kolodziej is the founder of JPR Law, LLC, a virtual Illinois estate planning and estate administration law firm serving clients throughout Illinois through flexible Zoom-based consultations. JPR Law focuses on estate planning, trusts, probate, trust administration and related family planning matters. Learn More About Julie A. Kolodziej