Powers of Attorney
Power of Attorney in Kansas and Missouri
A Power of Attorney (POA) is one of the most important documents in your estate plan. It allows you to designate a trusted person, called your attorney in fact, to make decisions on your behalf if you become unable to act. Without a valid POA, your family may need to go through a court process to manage your affairs, creating stress, delays, and additional costs.
There are two primary types of POAs: Financial or Property Powers of Attorney, which authorize your agent to manage your finances, pay bills, and handle property matters, and Healthcare Powers of Attorney, which allow your agent to make medical decisions for you if you cannot communicate your wishes.
POAs can also be classified as durable or non-durable. Durable POAs remain in effect if you become incapacitated, while non-durable POAs are typically limited to specific situations or time periods and terminate if you become incapacitated. Choosing the right type ensures your affairs are managed exactly as you intend.
At Kelley Law Firm, we help clients across Kansas and Missouri create clear and effective POA documents that protect their wishes and provide peace of mind. Whether you need a financial POA, healthcare POA, or a combination of both, we will guide you through the process and help you select the structure that best fits your needs.
Your POA is more than a legal form, it’s a safeguard that ensures your decisions are respected and your loved ones are supported when it matters most.
Types of Power of Attorney Documents
Financial Power of Attorney
A financial POA authorizes someone you trust to manage your financial matters. This may include paying bills, handling banking, managing real estate, filing taxes, or overseeing investments. A financial POA is especially important if you want to avoid court involvement in your financial affairs.
Medical Power of Attorney
A medical POA allows a trusted individual to make healthcare decisions if you cannot communicate your wishes. This person works with your medical providers to ensure your treatment aligns with your preferences and values.
Durable Power of Attorney
A durable POA remains valid even if you become incapacitated. This means your agent can continue to act for you during illness, injury, or cognitive decline. Durable POAs are essential in long term estate planning.
Limited or Specific Power of Attorney
A limited POA grants authority only for certain tasks or for a specific timeframe. This may be used for selling property, handling business matters, or managing finances during travel.
Why Work With Kelley Law Firm
Review of Trust Documents
Our attorney makes sure your documents meet state requirements and are drafted correctly.
Support for Successor Trustees
If you are stepping into the trustee role unexpectedly, we help you understand what needs to be done to properly administer the trust.
Clear explanations
We help you understand your options and the responsibilities of your chosen agent.
Customized planning
If disagreements arise among beneficiaries or questions develop regarding the trust terms, our attorney provides direction to help resolve issues quickly.
If you need a trust administration attorney in the greater Kansas City area, contact Kelley Law Firm to schedule an in-person or remote consultation to get the help you need. Our law office is located at 5200 W. 94th Terrace, Ste. 208, Prairie Village, KS, 66207, United States.
Our law office proudly serves Kansas City, Overland Park, Olathe, Shawnee, Independence, Belton, Liberty, Grandview, Roeland Park, Prairie Village, Lenexa, North Kansas City, Lee’s Summit, Raytown, Independence, Gladstone, Johnson County, KS, Wyandotte County, KS, Douglas County, KS, Jackson County, MO, Cass County, MO, Clay County, MO, and Platte County, MO.