what is the difference in child custody between power of attorney and legal guardianship?

by Mr. Wellington Schumm IV 10 min read

1.A guardianship is a legal relationship between a ward and a guardian who is appointed by the court to make decisions on behalf of the ward while a power of attorney is a legal document made by a principal who appoints an agent to act on his behalf. 2.A power of attorney can be revoked at any time while a guardianship cannot.

What's the Difference between Guardianship and Power of Attorney? A power of attorney and a guardianship are tools that help someone act in your stead if you become incapacitated. With a power of attorney, you choose who you want to act for you. In a guardianship proceeding, the court chooses who will act as guardian.

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