Power of attorney — enduring and ordinary
Learn about enduring power of attorney and ordinary power of attorney — what they are and their purpose. Also, how to create the 2 types of enduring power of attorney legal documents.
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Enduring power of attorney
An enduring power of attorney (EPA or EPOA) is a legal document. It gives the people you trust the power to make decisions for you, if you’re unable to.
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Create an enduring power of attorney
Complete a form for each enduring power of attorney (EPA or EPOA) you want to create. Save on legal fees by planning ahead.
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Personal care and welfare enduring power of attorney
This enduring power of attorney (EPA or EPOA) gives someone you trust the power to make decisions about your personal care and welfare if you’re unable to.
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Property enduring power of attorney
An enduring power of attorney (EPA or EPOA) for property gives the people you trust, the power to look after your money, property and other assets — especially if you’re unable to.
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Ordinary power of attorney versus enduring power of attorney
Ordinary power of attorney (POA) and enduring power of attorney (EPA or EPOA) are often mistaken for being the same but they have some important differences.
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Definitions of enduring power of attorney roles
These are the legal terms and definitions of the various roles for an enduring power of attorney (EPA or EPOA).