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When it comes to your legal and financial future, you want more than just documents – you want certainty, protection, and a lawyer who understands your priorities. At CM Lawyers in Marrickville, we specialise in Power of Attorney (POA) services designed around you. 

We’ve helped hundreds of individuals, couples, and families in the Inner West secure their affairs so they can focus on living life, not worrying about “what ifs.” Whether you’re planning ahead, supporting ageing parents, or protecting your assets, we make the process simple, clear, and stress-free. 

How CM Lawyers Helps Our Clients 

Over the years, we’ve guided clients through every kind of Power of Attorney situation – from urgent appointments needed within 24 hours, to complex arrangements involving multiple attorneys and property transactions. Here’s how we help: 

✔ Tailored Legal Advice – Not Templates 
 We take the time to understand your needs, explain your options in plain English, and recommend the POA arrangement that’s right for you. 

✔ Preparing Valid & Enforceable Documents 
 We draft your Power of Attorney to comply with NSW law, ensuring it stands up in any financial or property transaction. 

✔ Handling Sensitive Family Situations 
 Family relationships can be complicated. We help you appoint the right person (or people) while minimising the risk of disputes later. 

✔ Fast Turnaround When It Matters 
 When one of our clients needed an Enduring Power of Attorney prepared urgently before undergoing surgery, our team arranged an immediate consultation, prepared the document, and had it witnessed the same day. 

✔ Support Beyond the Signing 
 We don’t just hand over the papers – we guide your attorney through their responsibilities if needed and provide ongoing legal advice if circumstances change. 

Why Our Clients Choose CM Lawyers for Power of Attorney 

1. Local Marrickville Experts You Can Visit Anytime
   Many of our clients prefer face-to-face service. Our Marrickville office is easy to access for residents in the Inner West and surrounding suburbs.

2. Decades of Combined Legal Experience
   Our lawyers have deep knowledge of NSW estate planning and elder law, meaning you get advice that is both practical and legally sound.

3. We Listen Before We Advise
   We’re known for being approachable and understanding. Every POA we prepare starts with listening to your needs – not selling you a “standard” solution.

4. Real Client Outcomes
   We’ve helped:

   • A local couple appoint each other as enduring attorneys to ensure their finances were protected in case of illness.

   • An adult child secure POA for an elderly parent with dementia so they could manage bills and property.

   • A business owner appoint a trusted colleague to manage operations while travelling overseas. 

5. Fixed Fee Transparency
   We believe in clear, upfront pricing – no surprises. You’ll know exactly what your POA will cost before we start.

Our Step-by-Step Power of Attorney Service 

1. Initial Consultation – We meet in person or online to understand your circumstances, explain your options, and answer your questions.

2. Custom Document Drafting – Your POA is drafted to meet NSW legal requirements and reflect your exact wishes.

3. Professional Witnessing – We provide the prescribed legal witnessing required for an Enduring Power of Attorney.

4. Registration Assistance – If your POA will be used for property transactions, we assist with registering it with NSW Land Registry Services.

5. Ongoing Legal Support – If you need to change or revoke your POA, or if your attorney needs guidance, we’re here to help. 

 You may be interested in How to Protect Yourself with (and from) Your Power of Attorney 

Real-Life Client Story

(Name Changed for Privacy) 

When “Margaret” from Marrickville was diagnosed with a serious health condition, she knew she needed someone to manage her financial affairs. Her daughter lived interstate and was worried about how to handle property matters from afar. 

We met with Margaret and her daughter, explained the difference between a General and Enduring Power of Attorney, and prepared a tailored Enduring POA giving her daughter full authority to manage her property and bank accounts. We registered the document promptly so there would be no delays if it needed to be used. 

Margaret told us later: 

“I was so relieved everything was handled so quickly. I feel safe knowing my daughter can step in if I’m unable to manage things myself.” 

Why Acting Early Matters 

Local Trust – We’re part of the Marrickville community and understand the needs of local families and businesses. 

Practical Solutions – We focus on what works best for you, not just what’s “standard.” 

Compassionate Approach – We understand these conversations can be emotional. Our team provides a safe, supportive environment to make decisions. 

Full-Service Legal Support – In addition to POAs, we can also help you prepare an Enduring Guardianship, Will, and other estate planning documents so your future is fully covered. 

The CM Lawyers Difference 

Local Trust – We’re part of the Marrickville community and understand the needs of local families and businesses. 

Practical Solutions – We focus on what works best for you, not just what’s “standard.” 

Compassionate Approach – We understand these conversations can be emotional. Our team provides a safe, supportive environment to make decisions. 

Full-Service Legal Support – In addition to POAs, we can also help you prepare an Enduring Guardianship, Will, and other estate planning documents so your future is fully covered.