Florida is an appealing home for many older residents due to its warm climate, hundreds of miles of beaches, and recreational sites like golf courses and scenic boulevards. Whether you live in Delray Beach, Palm Beach, Miami, or elsewhere, The Millman Law Group can help you prepare for your future in Florida. This includes careful and comprehensive estate planning. As people age, they naturally become more vulnerable to diseases and injuries that can incapacitate them. Establishing a durable power of attorney in Florida can help you choose who will make financial and medical decisions on your behalf when you cannot speak for yourself. Working with an experienced estate planning attorney is essential when establishing a durable power of attorney. The Millman Law Group, created by Aaron D. Millman, Esq., CPA, can help you and your family navigate this process as seamlessly as possible. Contact our team today to start planning for the future.

What Is Durable Power of Attorney? 

Power of attorney is established in a document that your lawyer has drafted. An agent is chosen to act on behalf of the principal, who is the one who grants the permission. The principal details all the authority granted to the agent, and the POA is active once the paperwork is signed. 

The principal’s estate may be managed by any individual given a durable power of attorney in Florida. The agent has the capacity to:  

• Make medical care decisions
• File tax returns
• Manage financial accounts
• Buy and sell properties

Every choice the agent makes on the principal’s behalf must be documented to prove that they followed the principal’s instructions. 

Why We Recommend Working with an Estate Planning Lawyer in Florida

Creating a durable power of attorney can be both beneficial and difficult. For this reason, it is recommended that you consult with an estate planning lawyer from The Millman Law Group. Your attorney will assist you in deciding which authority to assign. If powers are not specified, an agent might be unable to make critical care decisions. To fully prepare for unforeseen future situations, you can also select co-agents or successor agents. 

All financial matters are governed by the estate documents after the principal’s passing. The same person may be granted a durable power of attorney and appointed executor. Making the right decision for your requirements can be made easier with the help of an experienced estate planning lawyer. 

Prepare for the Unknown with Durable Power of Attorney in Florida 

A guardian designated by the court will assume responsibility if you do not provide a durable power of attorney in Florida. Families may face several difficulties as a result of this situation, especially if an aging family member has unique care needs.

A durable POA could be a great option to help you prepare for life’s unexpected events. But everyone has to be on the same page. Your lawyer from Millman Law Group will assist you in feeling secure about the decisions you make for your family’s future.

Advanced Estate Planning with The Millman Law Group 

Your Florida estate planning lawyer will employ several techniques to create a thorough estate plan to accomplish the intended outcomes. Among these tools are:

• Wills: These are essential for the transfer of assets. 
• Revocable Trusts: These can be adjusted while you are alive. After your death, trusts enable beneficiaries to avoid extended probate and conservatorship hearings. 
• Health Care Proxies and Living Wills: Your living will, and proxy will specify your preferences for medical care when you are incapacitated. 
• Special Needs Trusts: Select beneficiaries with special needs without denying them access to their government benefits. 

Estate planning may be useful if you wish to control what happens to your property after you pass away. The best course of action is to create an estate plan to ensure your wishes are fulfilled. 

Read Our Client Testimonials

Read some of our client testimonials to find out more about the help and support we provide to our clients in Florida: 

• “My husband and I had a great experience with Aaron Millman and his staff; we have used him as our attorney for a number of years, and he has written and revised our trust and will with clear explanation and in a timely manner; his staff is a pleasure to work with, as well.” – Barbara Feinberg
• “Aaron Millman is a pleasure to work with. Oftentimes attorneys can be hard to understand and rush you along when you need advice. Not Aaron. He is thorough, knowledgeable and will complete the job you hire him to do. Families looking for an attorney in the Boca Raton area to help them with their estate planning, special needs planning or elder law needs, absolutely call Aaron. I have worked with him for several years and our clients have always been pleased, and so have we.” – Ashley G. 

Contact The Millman Law Group To Establish Durable Power of Attorney in Florida

Millman Law Group, PLLC is one of the only law firms that offers life planning in South Florida. From life care planning to the preparation of detailed estate plans, Millman Law Group has committed to serving Floridian elderly communities in Boca Raton, Palm Beach County, Ocean Ridge, Hillsboro Beach, and many other areas since 2018. Our dedicated team specializes in special needs trusts and catering to any age demographic because we know that it’s never too early to start preparing for your future. For the latest news in estate planning and elder care law, follow us on Facebook, Twitter, LinkedIn, and Pinterest. You can also contact us at 561-463-6480.