Attorneys face many complexities when representing heirs, particularly when actions taken during the decedent’s lifetime—often by an agent acting under a Power of Attorney—come to light after the death of the decedent. When all assets pass by operation of law directly to beneficiaries, outside of an estate or trust, Attorneys may need to consider other avenues to pursue remedies for their clients. Using real-world examples, we’ll examine common conflicts that arise when agents claim they were "just doing what Mom wanted," and evaluating claims against agents under the Illinois Power of Attorney Act.
Originally presented as part of Elder Law Short Course 2025.
Credits: 1 General, 0 Diversity/Inclusion PR, 0 MH/SA PR, 0 Other PR
Expires 9/1/2027
Attorneys face many complexities when representing heirs, particularly when actions taken during the decedent’s lifetime—often by an agent acting under a Power of Attorney—come to light after the death of the decedent. When all assets pass by operation of law directly to beneficiaries, outside of an estate or trust, Attorneys may need to consider other avenues to pursue remedies for their clients. Using real-world examples, we’ll examine common conflicts that arise when agents claim they were "just doing what Mom wanted," and evaluating claims against agents under the Illinois Power of Attorney Act.
Catherine E. Lenert, Mickey, Wilson, Weiler, Renzi, Lenert & Julien, P.C./Elder Law Center, P.C., Sugar Grove
Lydia K. Park, Mickey, Wilson, Weiler, Renzi, Lenert & Julien, P.C./Elder Law Center, P.C., Sugar Grove
