Power of Attorney Archives

January 6, 2025

Setting Up Power of Attorney for Your Kids While on Vacation

Isn’t vacation amazing? Vacation me is the very best version of me. Carefree and responsibility free! I try new things and new foods and the sunsets are always better on vacation. Vacations are awesome. But when you are the parent of a minor child, vacations can feel selfish or even irresponsible. Who will make medical decisions for my child if something happens and I’m far away? What if

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December 1, 2023

How to Ask Someone to be Your Power of Attorney

A Power of Attorney is a very important part of your estate plan. This person can make financial or business decisions on your behalf while you are unable to. They can continue to pay your mortgage and the landscapers if you’re incapacitated. They can ensure that your life and home are not in shambles whenever you’re able to return to it. Likewise, a power of attorney for medical

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August 22, 2023

What are the Basics of an Estate Plan?

Maybe you’ve had a recent life event: marriage, divorce, birth, medical diagnosis, or death of a loved one, and it has you thinking about the future. You’re wondering what might happen to your family and all your assets after you die and what are the basics of an estate plan. You’ve come to the right place. What are the basics of an estate plan? First things first: You

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March 6, 2023

Who Can Override a Power of Attorney

A Power of Attorney is a document in which the creator (the “Principal”) names someone they trust (called an “Attorney-in-Fact”) who can act on their behalf when they are not able. There are several different types of Power of Attorney (often called a “POA”) and many people execute more than one type. The most common types are medical and financial. A medical POA gives your trusted individual (“Attorney-in-Fact”)

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May 4, 2021

Choosing an Estate Law Attorney: Here’s What to Ask

You already know having an estate plan is an important part of caring for yourself and your family. Even so, you may be dragging your feet on taking that next step. How do you get started? What attorney should you use? Can you be sure what you get is worth the investment? Those are good questions. That type of careful consideration is what you need when you’re starting

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February 10, 2021

When Should You Start Estate Planning?

You may think estate planning is only important for people like your grandmother. Maybe for your parents. Definitely not for you. Here’s the truth: unless you’re a middle schooler reading this right now, it’s probably time for you to have at least some estate planning documents. Say what? Hear me out. Estate planning is about way more than writing a will. It covers things like advanced directives and

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January 7, 2021

Estate Planning Priorities For a Fresh Start

One of the advantages of the New Year is that it provides us all with a fresh start. An opportunity to set new goals, projects, and priorities. If you’ve been thinking about creating an estate plan, or if you’re interested in learning how to best protect your loved ones and legacy, now is the time to get started. STEP ONE: Review Your Family Situation The first step in

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September 30, 2020

Peace of Mind Through Estate Planning: An Interview with Attorney Sarah Siedentopf

The effects of the coronavirus continue to create uncertainty in our community. We’re unsure how long this situation will last and what we should do to protect ourselves and our loved ones. Sarah Siedentopf, an Atlanta estate planning and probate attorney, explains how estate planning can create peace of mind and reduce our anxiety over COVID-19. Covid-19 and Estate Planning As with many businesses and areas of law,

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September 2, 2020

Don’t Mess Up Your Estate Plan! Five Common Mistakes and How to Avoid Them

Summary: When you're creating your estate plan, even a minor mistake can lead to major future problems. We're looking at five common estate planning errors and how to avoid them: 1) failing to create an estate plan, 2) failing to protect yourself while you're alive, 3) failing to update your beneficiaries, 4) failing to maintain records, and 5) failing to communicate your wishes. Having a complete and up-to-date

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June 4, 2020

Coronavirus & Estate Planning: Top Mistakes to Avoid

While the current health guidelines and stay-at-home policies have created more time to work on family projects, you should be aware of some common mistakes that people make if they’re in a rush to complete the estate planning process. Coronavirus and Estate Planning: Top Mistakes to Avoid The coronavirus has made many Georgians aware that when it comes to their health and safety, being prepared is essential. This

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