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Understanding powers of attorney

An enduring power of attorney is a good idea in cases of any sudden or gradual onset of a disabling condition. The differences of general powers of attorney, enduring powers of attorney and guardianship are explained.

Understanding powers of attorney
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Philip Grano

Principal Legal Officer, Office of the Public Advocate

Understanding powers of attorney: Contacts

Office of the Public Advocate (OPA)
Level 1, 204 Lygon Street, Carlton Vic 3053
Tel: 1300 309 337
Email: opa_advice@justice.vic.gov.au
Web: www.publicadvocate.vic.gov.au

Victorian Civil and Administrative Tribunal (VCAT)
Guardianship List (includes powers of attorney)
Tel: 1300 018 228
Email: humanrights@vcat.vic.gov.au
Web: www.vcat.vic.gov.au

VCAT hears matters at venues throughout metropolitan and regional Victoria; see VCAT’s website for addresses.

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