Power of Attorney
Essential incapacity planning for individuals and families in Palm Springs, Palm Desert, Indian Wells, Rancho Mirage, and the greater Coachella Valley.
Why a power of attorney matters
Life can change in an instant. A properly drafted Power of Athtorney (POA) lets a trusted person step in and manage your finances or healthcare when you can’t, avoiding costly, time-consuming court conservatorships and giving your loved one’s clear authority to act.
What Happens without one?
Court Control
If you become incapacitated, family members must petition for conservatorship an expensive, public, and often stressful process.
Frozen Assets
Bills go unpaid, business operations stall, and benefits lapse until a judge appoints someone to act.
Medical Gridlock
Doctors may delay care while waiting for legal authority to access records or make critical decisions.
A POA keeps life moving smoothly, honoring your wishes when you can’t speak for yourself.
Types of California Powers of Attorney
Durable General (Financial)
When It's Used
Manage banking, real estate, business, and digital assets—even after incapacity.
Key Features
Manage banking, real estate, business, and digital assets—even after incapacity.
Non-Durable General
When It's Used
Short-term financial matters—often while you’re out of the country.
Key Features
Ends automatically if you become incapacitated.
Limited /
Special
When It's Used
One specific task, such as signing real-estate closing documents.
Key Features
Expires at a set time or when the task is complete.
Health-Care POA / Advance Directive
When It's Used
Authorizes a trusted person to make medical decisions, access records, and direct life-sustaining treatment.
Key Features
Authorizes a trusted person to make medical decisions, access records, and direct life-sustaining treatment.
You don’t have to name the same agent for every POA-choose the right person for each role
Frequently Asked Questions
Do I need a lawyer to draft a POA?
Highly recommended. A California-compliant document signed before a notary ensures banks and hospitals will honor it when needed.
Does a POA continue after death?
No. Authority ends at death; your will or trust then controls asset distribution.
Can I revoke or change my POA?
Yes—at any time while you have capacity—by signing a written revocation and notifying institutions.
Who We Serve
- Seniors planning for future incapacity
- Adult children helping aging parents manage affairs
- Busy professionals who travel frequently
- Blended families needing clear decision-making lines
- Business owners protecting day-to-day operations
Desert Law Group POA Services
- Drafting Durable, Non-Durable, Limited, and Health-Care POAs
- Coordinating notarization and witness requirements
- Preparing HIPAA releases and living-will provisions
- Counseling on choosing and instructing agents or co-agents
- Updating or revoking outdated POAs to reflect current wishes
Take Control Before a Crisis
Call 760-481-1144 or click Schedule Consultation to secure the right Power of Attorney today—and give your loved ones the legal tools they’ll need tomorrow.
