Powers of Attorney – Financial & Medical POA

Planning ahead isn’t just about what happens after you’re gone—it’s also about who can speak for you if you can’t speak for yourself. At Trace Tyler Law in Grand Junction, we help you establish financial and medical Powers of Attorney so your affairs stay in trusted hands, no matter what life throws your way.

Understanding Powers of Attorney in Colorado

A Power of Attorney (POA) is a legal document that allows someone you trust to make decisions on your behalf—whether that’s handling your finances, paying bills, or making medical choices during a health crisis.

In a typical estate plan, we prepare two main types:


  • Durable Financial POA – Appoints someone to manage your financial affairs. “Durable” means it stays in effect even if you become incapacitated.
  • Medical POA (Healthcare Proxy) – Authorizes someone to make medical decisions if you can’t.


We’ll also explain other options, such as springing POAs (which only take effect if you become incapacitated), and help you decide what makes the most sense for your situation.

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Why Everyone Needs POAs—Not Just Seniors

You don’t need to be elderly or wealthy to benefit from a POA. Accidents, illness, or surgeries can happen at any age. Without these documents in place, your loved ones may have to go to Mesa County probate court to get court approval for a guardianship or conservatorship—an expensive and stressful process during an already difficult time.


With properly executed POAs, you stay in control of who steps in and how decisions are made.

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How We Help You Set Up Powers of Attorney

At Trace Tyler Law, we make this part of the estate planning process straightforward. Here's what to expect:



  • Clear, legally sound documents for both medical and financial POAs
  • Guidance on choosing the right agent (the person who acts on your behalf)
  • Optional house calls for document signing, if needed due to mobility or health issues
  • Flat-fee pricing so you never hesitate to ask questions or request clarification


We also include Power of Attorney planning in our simple estate planning worksheet, which makes gathering the right information quick and painless.

What About Living Wills?

A Medical POA empowers someone to make decisions, but it doesn’t tell them what choices you would want. That’s where a Living Will, also called an Advance Medical Directive, comes in. It outlines your preferences on life-sustaining treatment, end-of-life care, and other major medical decisions.



Most of our estate planning clients complete both together.

Take the Next Step Toward Peace of Mind

Don’t wait until a crisis hits to appoint someone you trust. Whether you’re planning ahead or updating old documents, we’ll make the process clear, calm, and client-focused.



Call (970) 628-1588 or contact us here to start planning.