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[[File:Power of Attorney cover image.jpg|thumb|275px|right|<span style="font-size:50%;">Image via www.istock.com</span>]]''[[Power of Attorney]]'' tells you how a '''power of attorney''' can be used to give someone the legal power to take care of financial and legal matters for you. It explains the types of power of attorney, who can be an attorney, what powers and responsibilities the attorney has, and how to end a power of attorney. | [[File:Power of Attorney cover image.jpg|thumb|275px|right|<span style="font-size:50%;">Image via www.istock.com</span>]]''[[Power of Attorney]]'' tells you how a '''power of attorney''' can be used to give someone the legal power to take care of financial and legal matters for you. It explains the types of power of attorney, who can be an attorney, what powers and responsibilities the attorney has, and how to end a power of attorney. | ||
At People's Law School, we believe accurate, plain English information can help people take action to work out their legal problems. This | At People's Law School, we believe accurate, plain English information can help people take action to work out their legal problems. This publication explains in a general way the law that applies in British Columbia. '''It is not intended as legal advice.''' For help with a specific legal problem, contact a legal professional. Some sources of legal help are highlighted in the "[[Where to Get Help for Power of Attorney|Where to Get Help]]" section. | ||
We have tried to use clear language throughout. See the "[[Glossary for Power of Attorney|Glossary]]" section for definitions of key legal terms, which are also bolded in the text. | We have tried to use clear language throughout. See the "[[Glossary for Power of Attorney|Glossary]]" section for definitions of key legal terms, which are also bolded in the text. | ||