Michigan Durable Power of Attorney Lawyer
Give Someone You Trust Financial Decision-Making Power
A Durable Power of Attorney lets someone manage your finances if you become unable to do so. At Rutkowski Law Firm, we help Michigan families protect what matters with trusted, forward-thinking legal planning.
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Mike helped my family set up our trust. He made everything easy to understand and helped us feel comfortable in our decisions.
It has been so easy and straightforward to work with Rutkowski to establish our trust. We really appreciate the remote appointment model and have great peace of mind now that we have these things secured. We will definitely work with them again in the future when/if the trust needs amendments.
Protection When You Need It Most
Durable Power of Attorney in Michigan
- Name a Trusted Financial Agent :
- Designate someone to manage your finances if you’re ever incapacitated or unavailable.
- Keep Bills & Assets in Order :
- Ensure that your mortgage, utilities, and investments stay on track during a crisis.
- Avoid Court-Appointed Guardianship :
- A Durable POA prevents the need for a public, time-consuming guardianship process.
- A Key Part of Your Estate Plan :
- When combined with a will, trust, and healthcare POA, it completes your protection plan.
Our Process for Creating a Durable Power of Attorney
From discovery call to finalized documents, we walk with you every step of the way—making sure your POA is complete, compliant, and custom to your life.
Initial Consultation
- Discuss your financial concerns and who should act on your behalf
- Understand the power and limits of a Durable POA
- Confirm that this tool fits within your broader estate plan
Document Drafting
- We draft your Durable POA to meet Michigan legal standards
- You review and approve it before finalizing
Signing & Finalization
- We help you sign, notarize, and store your documents securely
- You’re empowered and protected moving forward
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Common Questions About Durable Power of Attorney
Guiding the Firm, Protecting Families
Whether you need a will, trust, asset protection plan or are in need of medicaid crisis planning, our team is here to help! We are dedicated to providing you with the best legal representation possible. Call us today to book your consultation.
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Estate Planning for Michigan Families
Don't leave your family with a useless binder.
Most firms hand you a template and expect you to do the work. We provide a Done-For-You process that handles Trust Funding and Asset Protection.
We specialize in protecting your home from the 5-Year Medicaid Look-Back, ensuring your house stays in your family and out of the state's hands. Plan now so you never become a burden to those you love.
For a Call Back: Pick a time for a quick, 15-minute phone call with our intake team. They will gather your basic details and schedule your strategy session with our Customer Success Director. No tech degree or legal preparation required.
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