Executor And Power of Attorney Services
Be Represented By An Expert
Many senior are worried about finding someone to look after them and their affairs as the age and pass on. It can be simple if you have family to whom you are close, and who live close by. But what to do if you don’t have family, can’t trust family members, or they live far away? Delta Law Office lawyers can act as your Power of Attorney while you are alive, and as your Executor should you pass away.
How We Help
Power of Attorney
We have an experienced team to help you with all the details of Power of Attorney, from paying your bills and filing your taxes to helping you choose and pay for a residential care. You will always have someone to call if you need extra services, like companions for company and outings, extra in-home assistance, medical attention or the many other needs that come up in life. Your investments stay with the financial managers you have chosen; we help you manage your money without moving it. If you have family living remotely we can work with them to carry out their suggestions. We don’t take over; we work with you to find solutions to life’s problems.
Executor
The process of administering an estate in BC is usually “cut and dried”: There is often no real need for family involvement. We manage hundreds of estates, and can deal efficiently and quickly with the task of obtaining probate, clearing out and selling your residence, selling, gifting and disposing of possessions, and management of taxes. Our policy is to try to get money to your beneficiaries as quickly as possible. And if problems arise we have years of experience in managing all sorts of conflicts. Having a professional executor can also reduce family frictions and suspicions.
What We Manage
Whether you have specific tasks that need managing or you want everything handled, we do it all with your best interests at heart.
As your PoA representative we can:
- Work with your bank to manage your investments
- Pay your bills
- Manage your residence
- File your taxes
- Help manage residential care
- Help with the many other financial decisions that you might need to make
Having A Lawyer As
Power Of Attorney
Avoids Problems
Our legal expertise ensures compliance with laws, experience handling financial matters and connections to professionally vetted service providers. Since we remain impartial there are no conflicts of interest, and we add an extra layer of protection against abuse or exploitation, adhering to professional standards.
Sibling Rivalry
Designating one child as power of attorney can breed resentment among siblings and relatives, leading to disputes over the chosen agent's decisions, arguments about the loved one's care, or even harassment to gain control of affairs. Opting for an attorney as the agent, who is external to the family, helps maintain positive relationships among siblings, spouses, and grandchildren.
Mangement Concerns
Agents invest significant time and effort in managing your care and finances, and even those acting in good faith may lack the necessary accounting skills for efficient and cost-effective management. Those with malicious intent may exploit their position, risking misuse of your savings or attempts to influence changes in your will. Our neutral third-party attorneys possess the professional expertise and insider knowledge required to adeptly navigate these responsibilities.
Emotional Ties
Navigating end-of-life decisions for a loved one is emotionally charged, and family members may struggle to set aside their feelings. Even with clearly stated wishes, there's a risk that a relative may be unwilling to follow them due to personal reasons. For instance, an agent might override a Do Not Resuscitate (DNR) order because they aren't prepared to say goodbye. We, however, remove emotions from the decision-making process, ensuring strict adherence to your wishes.
Inheritance Conflicts
Heirs are financially motivated to minimize a loved one's care costs, which can influence their judgment since these expenses directly reduce their inheritance. For instance, if a mother prefers in-home care over a nursing home, the family might opt for a facility to save money. Alternatively, a child may move into her home, complicating eviction if the house is bequeathed to another. As we don't stand to inherit anything, we prioritize your end-of-life care instructions irrespective of their impact on your beneficiaries.
Because You Care
And They Do Too
Nobody wants to be a burdon or cause undue costs in time or money to those they love. By having us act as your power of attorney your family gets to focus on what they want, more quality time with you. Delta Law Office can be your reliable source of support and expertise to help you and your family deal with the transitions that can come with aging.
Agent Power Of Attorney Q/A
Q/ How much does having you be our Power of Attorney cost?
A/ Our charges for acting as your PoA – if and only if you need help – are based on how much service you require. Charges are kept to a minimum by using trained and experienced staff instead of lawyers wherever possible. We can share Power of Attorney duties with a family member living far away so that they can help make decisions which we carry out locally. As a Power of Attorney client we will follow up with you periodically to see if you need more help. We have good relationships with many local businesses – from cleaning and landscaping services to Realtors to those who downsize and residential care advisors to help if and when you need help.
Q/ Won't it hurt feelings of the person I might already have as Power of Attorney?
A/ We have had many clients assume this was going to be an uncomfortable transition. In many cases it was sense of relief. There is significant responsibility in being a Power of Attorney and you need the time, resources and expertise to manage it successfully. Most people do not requirements and therefore are supportive. We are always around to answer questions.
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