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Cole Schotz

Naming a Guardian: It’s More Important Than You Think

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It is easy to mistakenly assume that naming a guardian in estate planning documents is only critical for individuals with minor children. In reality, however, appointing a guardian is just as important for parents as it is...more

Stotler Hayes Group, LLC

The Power of a POA: Why We Must Keep Spreading the Word

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As attorneys, we all understand the critical importance of appointing a legal agent to manage financial decisions in the event of incapacity. Most of us have our own Powers of Attorney in place—and likely for our parents as...more

Shumaker, Loop & Kendrick, LLP

Client Alert: S.C. Supreme Court finds Arbitration Agreement Executed by POA Unenforceable

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Last week the South Carolina Supreme Court emphasized the importance of the plain language of powers of attorney when determining the authority they grant. See Arrendondo v. SNH SE Ashley River Tenant, LLC, Op. No. 28011...more

Cranfill Sumner LLP

Durable Power of Attorney: Is yours "Hot" Enough?

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Many states, including North Carolina, allow people to execute certain legal documents called Powers Attorney. In a Power of Attorney, a person, called the Principal, can appoint other trusted individuals, called Agents, to...more

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Senior Planning Checklist

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When preparing for the future, seniors and their families can follow this check-list to ensure their needs have been addressed....more

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