Michigan Durable Power of Attorney Lawyer
Give Someone You Trust Financial Decision-Making Power
A Durable Power of Attorney lets someone manage your finances if you become unable to do so. At Rutkowski Law Firm, we help Michigan families protect what matters with trusted, forward-thinking legal planning.
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Protection When You Need It Most
Durable Power of Attorney in Michigan
- Name a Trusted Financial Agent :
- Designate someone to manage your finances if you’re ever incapacitated or unavailable.
- Keep Bills & Assets in Order :
- Ensure that your mortgage, utilities, and investments stay on track during a crisis.
- Avoid Court-Appointed Guardianship :
- A Durable POA prevents the need for a public, time-consuming guardianship process.
- A Key Part of Your Estate Plan :
- When combined with a will, trust, and healthcare POA, it completes your protection plan.
Our Process for Creating a Durable Power of Attorney
From discovery call to finalized documents, we walk with you every step of the way—making sure your POA is complete, compliant, and custom to your life.
Initial Consultation
- Discuss your financial concerns and who should act on your behalf
- Understand the power and limits of a Durable POA
- Confirm that this tool fits within your broader estate plan
Document Drafting
- We draft your Durable POA to meet Michigan legal standards
- You review and approve it before finalizing
Signing & Finalization
- We help you sign, notarize, and store your documents securely
- You’re empowered and protected moving forward
Estate Planning Guide
Estate Planning is an essential process that will protect your assets and ensure you’re your estate is distributed according to your wishes after your death.
Many people make mistakes when creating their estate plan, which can lead to unnecessary stress, confusion, and costly legal battles for their loved ones. Below, our estate planning team put together the top 10 and most common mistakes we see in estate planning.
Common Questions About Durable Power of Attorney
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Whether you need a will, trust, asset protection plan or are in need of medicaid crisis planning, our team is here to help! We are dedicated to providing you with the best legal representation possible. Call us today to book your consultation.
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With offices in Rochester and Bloomfield Hills, we’re proud to serve families throughout Michigan. Prefer virtual? We offer video consultations for estate planning, so you can plan from the comfort of home.
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