Can someone holding your power of attorney change your Will?
Answered byKevin FinnHead of LegalWatch · 0:37No. A power of attorney does not authorise the attorney to make, change or revoke your Will. The attorney can only act within the powers granted by the appointment and the law. Making or changing your Will is a separate decision for you while you have testamentary capacity. In limited circumstances, a court can authorise a statutory Will for someone who lacks that capacity.
For related guidance, see how do you protect an elderly parent’s Will from undue influence?.
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Absolutely not. An enduring power of attorney grants authority to a person to make financial and personal decisions on your behalf. An attorney has zero legal power to alter, make, or revoke your Will. Only you, or in extremely exceptional circumstances, a Supreme Court can alter the terms of your Will.
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