Attorney question

If you have no objection, why ask the question?

Why does your sister claim that she has sole power of attorney if that is not the case (is there a binding power of attorney that already cites you both)?

I can think of many reasons why one person would want sole power of attorney....

I meant any legal reasons.

Think I'd better talk to the solictor.

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Think I'd better talk to the solictor.

Often money well spent when family, care for elderly and perhaps assets are involved. Been there, done that and was thankful for the paid for legal advice.

Lots of useful information at the Public Guardianship Office web site.

The big question is why does your sister want to be the sole attorney? I think she's in the wrong for suggesting it.

There should be no reason why your sister should be the sole attorney. There is also no legal reason why there shouldn't be two attorneys.

I would advise both of you to have equal responsibility, on paper.

People can change when important decisions need to be made.

Might be a bit too simple, but I don't know the circumstances, but here goes anyway:
She's your sister. Why don't you just ask her about it? If you're uncomfortable about it, why not tell her, see what she says?

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my sister does a grand job and handles our mums finances currently, to which I have no objection

I think the word "currently" in that sentence reveals your true thoughts. I think you may be reading too much into what is probably just a simplification of the current arrangement. You're going to have to talk it out sometime, so this is the time to do it, before there is a misunderstanding and it gets difficult.

yes - I think she's a money grabber!

truth is - prior to being told there was a letter on its way from a solictor, the matter wasn't discussed with me - not for the first time - this is waht really maddens me - and no I don't think my sister is behind it.....

When we applied to the Public Guardian Office for Enduring Power of Attorney for my parents part of the procedure was that all the children of our parents had to be consulted and attest to the fact that they were consulted.

There is one very good reason why more than one attorney should be appointed. If only one attorney is appointed there can be quite serious problems if that attorney themselves becomes incapacitated in any way.

If you look at the advice from the PGO you will see that there are quite strict procedures governing attorneys - such as keeping annual accounts.

But do get the PGO's literature, it is very helpful

David

One reason I could see for sole attorney would be if decisions need to be taken, agreed and signed to by all appointed attorneys where there are more than one. This could cause logistical problems if you are at opposite parts of the country.

This is true - mum and sister are 130 miles away....

Still could have consulted me though

Even if no one else does, I love you Fisbey.

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Originally posted by Rasher:

I think the word "currently" in that sentence reveals your true thoughts. I think you may be reading too much into what is probably just a simplification of the current arrangement. You're going to have to talk it out sometime, so this is the time to do it, before there is a misunderstanding and it gets difficult.

Aunt Rasher ?? That you ??


PS. Bring plenty of tissues


Sanch

Thanks D.

Spoke with my sister and the solicitor - matter now resolved, a bit of a misunderstanding (on my part) - as Auntie Rasher said.

Cheque's in the post.

Thanks all.

Auntie's always right. Good luck!

I can't believe it, an entire thread draws to a satisfactory conclusion, with meaningful input from Rasher, with no mention of crossdressing or gender re-assignment. This board is going to the dogs.