This column first appeared in the San Antonio Express News and other Hearst Newspapers on January 26, 2021. Dear Mr. Premack: My father...

Powers of attorney which delegate financial control can be either a) durable, or b) regular. They can be a) immediate, or b) springing.

Texas law does not require the time-limitation in a power of attorney, but Texas law allows and enforces a time-limitation when included

Durable power of attorney takes precedence over his individual domain while the Trust takes precedence over the trust’s domain.

Signing estate planning documents is by law more restrictive that signing contracts and commercial documents.

As Agent under the Medical Power of Attorney, you can decide on life support issues for her when the moment arrives.

Durable and Medical Powers of Attorney are voluntary tools that can keep you out of Guardianship court.

Proper legal advance directives are the key to controlling your medical destiny. Texas law still outlaws death with dignity (which nine othe

The Home Equity Loan is the next big issue, after probate. Part of the Administrator’s job is to settle any debts left by the Decedent, whic