Elder Law 1, writing homework help

A paralegal working in Elder Law will be called upon to draft various documents; an Advanced Directive is one of those documents. In responding to the following questions you will explore what an Advanced Directive is and how it operates.

In a 1-2 page paper APA Format, respond to the following:

  • Explain what an advance directive document is.
  • What are the six most commonly used advance directives?.
  • Describe the basic elements of a power of attorney and how it operates.
  • Who may act as an agent in a power of attorney?
  • Why should a principal of a power of attorney always appoint a substitute agent?
  • Explain the difference between agents acting jointly and agents acting severally.
  • Name the four basic types of powers of attorney.
  • What special language does a durable power of attorney contain that makes it durable?
  • Explain the difference between a durable power and a springing durable power of attorney.
  • Why should powers of attorney be executed in multiple originals?