How can I relinquish a Power of Attorney?
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How can I relinquish a Power of Attorney?
I have POA over my father and do not want it anymore.
Asked on November 17, 2010 under Estate Planning, Washington
Answers:
M.T.G., Member, New York Bar / FreeAdvice Contributing Attorney
Answered 13 years ago | Contributor
Relinquishing the Power of Attorney of a person is not a difficult thing. You simply have to give notice to the principal (the person for whom you are the Power of Attorney) in writing that you no longer wish to have the fiduciary position. If the Power of Attorney was filed then the notice of resignation has to be filed as well. My only concern here is the status of your Father's mental or physical state and why you have Power of attorney to begin with. Please make sure that when you relinquish the POA you make sure that your Father is protected in whatever way necessary. If your Father can not ask another to become his POA at this point in his life then someone needs to step up to the plate to become guardian or conservator of his estate. Good luck.
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