Where do I file for divorce in King County?

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All family law actions are filed in Room E609 at the King County Courthouse and Room 2C at the Maleng Regional Justice Center. Some actions require a filing fee which is paid to the Clerk at the time the action is filed.

How much does it cost to prepare a power of attorney?

A consumer could probably expect to pay a lawyer less than $200 for a POA in most cities. Many also offer reasonably priced estate planning packages that include a financial power of attorney, a medical power of attorney, a living will and a last will and testament.

Can a power of attorney override a spouse?

No. Wife cannot "override" valid POA executed by spouse.

Does a spouse need guardianship?

The “well” spouse will use the powers of attorney to demonstrate legal authority to act on behalf of the incapacitated spouse. If there are no powers of attorney in place, petitioning the probate court for guardianship and conservatorship over the incapacitated spouse may be necessary.

Do you need power of attorney between husband and wife?

If two spouses or partners are making a power of attorney, they each need to do their own. A spouse often needs legal authority to act for the other – through a power of attorney. You can ask a solicitor to help you with all this, and you can also do it yourself online. It depends on your preference.

Can I write my own power of attorney and have it notarized?

Most states offer simple forms to help you create a power of attorney for finances. Generally, the document must be signed, witnessed and notarized by an adult. If your agent will have to deal with real estate assets, some states require you to put the document on file in the local land records office.

Can power of attorney sell property?

The attorney can make decisions about your property and financial affairs. This means that they can operate your bank accounts, pay your bills, and sell or buy property (such as your house or shares) on your behalf. An enduring power of attorney also cannot be used to make medical or lifestyle decisions for you.

Can power of attorney be registered?

Registration: In many cases, a general or specific power of attorney need not be registered. The Indian Registration Act does not make a power of attorney compulsorily registerable. However, the Supreme court has recently ruled that a power of attorney given to sell immovable properties should be registered.

Can you sell parents house with power of attorney?

Depending on the type of authority given to you, you can sell a home. A power of attorney, or POA, is a legal document which can give the attorney-in-fact or agent broad authority to handle decisions for someone else, including selling real estate.




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