How do I det Power of Attorney over my mother if she has been deemed incompetent by the courts?
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How do I det Power of Attorney over my mother if she has been deemed incompetent by the courts?
The judge advised that I obtain mental and legal POA over her.
Asked on July 24, 2012 under Estate Planning, Florida
Answers:
david slater / david p.slater, esq.
Answered 12 years ago | Contributor
You should seek to be appointed guardian. You cannot do a valid POA if she has been adjudged incompetent.
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