The living will may be drafted on standardized forms, with or without the assistance of an attorney.
No.
There are states that it is necessary but there are cases that you do not need an assistance, or even require power of attorney.
Some states do require the attorney-in-fact to also sign the form.
If the individual is still living. The power of attorney represents a living person.
A power of attorney terminates when the principal dies.
He was an Attorney.
If your mother grants you the power of attorney. Otherwise it will require a court order.
It's valid regardless, but if it might be contested, it's best to have it notarized. See a local attorney to have it drawn up correctly and in keeping with your own state's laws.
It depends on whether the person is living or dead. A power of attorney represents a living person. After their death, the power of attorney is no longer valid. Then the Executor takes over.
To create a living will you will need to first contact a local attorney or online service specializing in living wills. Once you have done so you will discuss your needs with them, they will prepare the paperwork, send them to for approval, require your signature for approval, and then send you a copy which you should keep in a safe location.
Each state has different requirements for the living will and the power of attorney.
The power of attorney represents a living person in business dealings. The power of attorney ends with the death of the grantor.