Washington Durable Financial Power of Attorney Form | |
The Washington durable financial power of attorney form is a legal document that is made available to a designated Agent to act on behalf of a Principal to allow the Agent to have complete control, not only over the entire estate belonging to the Principal but this also includes a health care powers instrument. Prior to completion of the document, the Principal may wish to consult with a knowledgeable attorney to ensure that they understand the full impact of the possible implications of the form and to possibly employ legal assistance, in completing the document.
Laws – Chapter 11.125 RCW (Uniform Power of Attorney Act)
Signing Requirements (RCW 11.125.050) – Notary Public or Two (2) Witnesses. If two (2) witnesses are chosen, they cannot be blood-related or marriage-related to the principal or the agent, home care providers, or care providers at a nursing home where the principal is a patient.