If my long time fiance passed away and I have medical power of attorney but not financial, what do I have to do in order to have power of attorney here in the US?
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If my long time fiance passed away and I have medical power of attorney but not financial, what do I have to do in order to have power of attorney here in the US?
His sister lives in Europe. His death certificate is being sent to me and we need to get into his apartment and take care of his property ASAP (we did not live together but I have many things at his house).
Asked on August 13, 2014 under Estate Planning, California
Answers:
M.T.G., Member, New York Bar / FreeAdvice Contributing Attorney
Answered 10 years ago | Contributor
I am so sorry for your loss. A Power of Attorney loses its legality once the party for whom it is enacted dies. What happens now is that some one must apply o be the Personal Representative of his estate and Petition the Court for Letters of Administration/ Letters Testamentary. I think that you should speak with an attorney as soon as you can. Good luck.
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