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Power of Attorney in Maitland & The Hunter Valley
Appoint someone to manage your financial and legal decisions if you lose capacity. Hills Solicitors prepare general and enduring powers of attorney in Maitland.
Who should I appoint?
When it comes to appointing someone to make decisions on your behalf, the person you choose should be someone that you trust and feel comfortable with. It is essential to have a thorough discussion with your chosen attorney to ensure they are aware of your wishes in advance. It may also be wise to appoint a backup power of attorney, just in case your first choice is unable to fulfill the role for any reason. There are a few general guidelines to follow when choosing someone to act as your attorney.
Firstly, they must be at least 18 years old. Additionally, they should have a good understanding of what the appointment entails, and they should possess the ability to look after your financial affairs in your best interests. By following these guidelines and having a detailed discussion with your chosen attorney, you can feel confident that your affairs will be well taken care of.
What is a General Power of Attorney?
A Power of Attorney is a crucial legal document that can provide immense peace of mind during challenging times. It allows an individual to appoint another trusted person to make financial and legal decisions on their behalf in the event of temporary or permanent incapacity due to illness, injury, or disability. Similarly, it can be helpful when someone has to go overseas for an extended period of time and needs someone to manage their affairs while away.
If you are seeking to appoint an attorney to look after your finances, Hills Solicitors can provide the necessary guidance. Our team can also assist you in discovering the most optimal way to structure your affairs to protect your interests. Furthermore, we can help you prepare a Will and an Enduring Guardian nomination to ensure that all your bases are covered. Rest assured that with our knowledgeable assistance, you can have peace of mind knowing that your affairs will be managed efficiently and with your best interests in mind.
Your Will & Power of Attorney
You may also wish to consider appointing an attorney if you are writing a Will. This is because it will allow you to nominate someone or several people to manage your finances if you are no longer able to do so by yourself.
In the event you do not have a power of attorney and can no longer look after your financial affairs, the Guardianship and Administration Tribunal may elect someone to act on your behalf. This can be a time consuming process and can create unwanted stress for your family.
Passionate, experienced solicitors
Meet the team at Hills
Hills Solicitors first opened its doors in September of 1894 under the name T A Hill. We continued strengthening our roots in the Maitland community and later became T A Hill & Son, when our founder's son joined the family practice. We then made the change to Hills Solicitors.
We have had a total of 3 offices since those early days in 1894, all of which are a 50m walk from our current office.
Get in touch today to see how Hills can help
When you approach Hills Solicitors for any legal advice, we treat you like family. Our valuable clients are members of an evergrowing family that we wouldn't be here without.
Getting started
How we work with you
At Hills Solicitors, we take pride in our over 130 years of experience and adaptability. Our clients can trust that we will continuously evolve and tailor our services to their changing needs.
Step one
Get to know each other
When you come to Hills for advice you are never just another client to us, you become part of our large family and it is vital we get to know you.
Step two
Understanding your rights
The first step is to help you understand your rights and how you can approach the issues at hand.
Step three
Determining your goals
The most important step is understanding exactly what you would like to see at the end of your matter.
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The team at Hills are here to help with all of your legal needs, serving Maitland and the Hunter for over 130 years. With a forward-thinking approach, providing practical solutions, for an affordable price. We're here to help you when you need us.