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Wills + Estates | Power of Attorney

Give someone the power to help, before they need it.

This isn’t just about documents. It’s about making sure someone you trust can step in with confidence. At Hepburn + Glass, we handle the legal side so you can feel certain everything’s covered.

Trusted legal backup for life’s unexpected pitches.

A Power of Attorney can feel abstract, until life throws a curveball and it suddenly isn’t. We’ve helped hundreds in South Surrey and White Rock make smart, calm decisions before they were needed. If you want legal protection that doesn’t feel like a legal mess, we’re the ones to call.

Power of Attorney

Frequently
Asked
Questions

  • Yes. If something unexpected happens and you can’t make decisions for yourself, a Power of Attorney ensures someone you trust can handle your legal or financial affairs. Without one, your family may need to go through a costly and time-consuming court process just to help you.

  • A Power of Attorney gives someone legal authority to act on your behalf in financial and legal matters—like managing bank accounts, paying bills, or handling property. It doesn’t cover health care decisions (that’s a different document, called a Representation Agreement).

  • Absolutely. As long as you have capacity, you stay in control. The person you’ve named only steps in if or when you need help.

  • Without a valid Power of Attorney, your loved ones may have to apply to the court to be appointed as your legal representative. That takes time, money, and adds stress during what’s likely already a tough situation.

  • Technically, yes. But these documents carry serious weight and must meet legal standards to be valid in BC. Working with a lawyer—especially one from a firm like Hepburn + Glass—means your POA will be done properly, clearly, and without loopholes that could cause issues down the road.

  • Whenever there’s a major life change—like marriage, divorce, a move, or a shift in who you trust to act on your behalf. If you’re unsure whether your current POA still fits, we’re happy to review it with you.

  • Choose someone responsible, trustworthy, and ideally local. It doesn’t have to be a family member—but it should be someone who understands your values and can act in your best interest.

  • Because we don’t just draft documents—we make sure they work when you need them most. We’ve guided hundreds of clients in South Surrey and White Rock through this process with clarity, calm, and care. You’ll leave our office confident your plan is solid.