An Alabama power of attorney (POA) is a legal document which gives one person (“attorney-in-fact”) the authority to represent or act on behalf of another (“principal,” “grantor,” or “donor.”) Also known as a letter of attorney, these documents are most often used when a person cannot manage their own finances. Such documents can also allow the attorney-in-fact to make medical decisions for a person who is not able to do so.
A principal is able to tailor the document to his specific needs, authorizing the attorney-in-fact to act only within the designated scope. In addition, the POA is either (1) regular, meaning it ends when its purpose is filled, or at the principal’s incapacity/death, or, it is (2) durable, meaning it survives the principal’s incapacity. Though forms are available online, your may wish to consult with an attorney to ensure the document is drafted to suit the principal’s particular wishes.
Form Description Types
Alabama Medical Power of Attorney Form
Alabama Tax Power of Attorney (Declaration of Representative) – Form 2848A
Alabama Parental (Over a Child) Power of Attorney Form
Alabama General Power of Attorney (Non-Durable) Form
Alabama Durable Power of Attorney Form
Alabama Power of Attorney Laws
Alabama Uniform Power of Attorney Act
Living Will/Advance Directive Laws – Statute 22-8a-4