What to do about a POA as a co-executor?
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What to do about a POA as a co-executor?
My sister and I are co-executors of my mother’s Will. Currently, she is still alive. My sister’s spouse has POA over her as she was diagnosed as bipolar a few years ago. Will there be any legal issues with her being co-executor? Will she be able to perform those duties or will her husband who has POA over her perform those duties for her?
Asked on December 30, 2012 under Estate Planning, Ohio
Answers:
Catherine Blackburn / Blackburn Law Firm
Answered 12 years ago | Contributor
Your sister can be co-executor of the will even if her husband is your mother's power of attorney. These are separate documents with separate effects. The POA will expire upon your mother's death.
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