Attorney In Fact
Learn about the attorney-in-fact role in estate planning. Discover how this position helps manage financial and legal affairs under power of attorney arrange...
What is the difference between an attorney-in-fact and a power of attorney?
A power of attorney is the legal document that grants authority, while an attorney-in-fact is the person who receives that authority. The attorney-in-fact is the individual appointed to act on someone's behalf for financial, legal, or other specified matters. Understanding this distinction helps clarify the roles and responsibilities involved in these important estate planning arrangements.
