Power Of Attorney Concerns

Summary

Executing a power of attorney, changing a deed, and rewriting a will on the same day is not illegal, but it raises concerns about undue influence or fraud, especially if the individual has dementia. In Tennessee, a dementia diagnosis must be confirmed by a medical professional to impact legal decisions. If the person was not of sound mind, these documents might be challenged in court. Legal actions can be taken if undue influence or fraud is suspected. Consulting with a local attorney is advisable to explore options and protect the individuals interests.

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Debi
Hi Debi! How can I assist you with your legal issue today?
My husbands aunt got power of attorney over his grandmother stating she had dementia but on the same day she got the poa she added her name to the grandmothers deed for her home and rewrote her will and made her sign it all on the same day
Hi Debi! That sounds like a complicated situation. Was the grandmother assessed by a doctor to confirm her dementia diagnosis before the power of attorney was executed?
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Thanks for the details, Debi. Here’s some general information that might be useful:
- In Georgia, a dementia diagnosis must be confirmed by a medical professional to impact legal decisions.
- A power of attorney (POA) should be executed when the person is of sound mind.
- If undue influence or fraud is suspected, you can challenge the POA, deed, and will in probate court.
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This seems like a significant case that would benefit from legal assistance.
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Hi Debi! How else can I assist you today?
Is it illegal to get a power of attorney to put your name on someones house deed and rewrite their will all notarized the same day
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Hi Debi, it's not illegal to have a power of attorney (POA), add a name to a deed, and rewrite a will on the same day, but it raises concerns about potential undue influence or fraud, especially if the person had dementia. Here are some points to consider:
- If the grandmother was not of sound mind, the POA, deed, and will might be challenged in court.
- Legal actions can be taken if undue influence or fraud is suspected.
You should consult with a local lawyer to explore your options and ensure the grandmother's interests are protected. Do you need help finding a lawyer in Tennessee?
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Hi Debi, to get you connected with a local lawyer in Tennessee who can assist with challenging the POA, deed, and will, I need to confirm a few details:
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Debi, it sounds like you have a strong case to potentially challenge the POA, deed, and will due to suspected undue influence or fraud. I'll proceed with getting you connected to a local attorney in Tennessee who can assist you further.

Debi


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Reason: Challenge the POA, deed, and will due to suspected fraud and undue influence
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Hi Debi! It looks like you're already being connected with a local lawyer in Tennessee who can assist you with challenging the POA, deed, and will. If you need any more information or assistance, feel free to ask.