Understanding Powers of Attorney (MA) | Practical Law
A Practice Note discussing powers of attorney under Massachusetts law. This Note explains how powers of attorney fit into an estate plan and discusses key considerations in drafting and using a power of attorney. Topics addressed include requirements for a valid power of attorney, choosing an attorney-in-fact, powers authorized in a power of attorney, and modification, revocation and termination of a power of attorney. This Note includes links to a power of attorney Standard Document.