Colorado Springs, CO asked in Divorce, Family Law, Child Custody and Domestic Violence for Colorado

Q: Can I get a POA for my husband to speak to my ex husband on my behalf? Talking to my ex triggers my anxiety.

I have diagnosed with PTSD and severe anxiety stemming from my marriage to my ex.

2 Lawyer Answers
John Hyland Barrett III
John Hyland Barrett III
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  • Divorce Lawyer
  • Louisville, CO
  • Licensed in Colorado

A: Yes, I think you can do this. However, your husband can not speak for you in court (unless he is your attorney).

Sabra M. Janko
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  • Divorce Lawyer
  • Colorado Springs, CO
  • Licensed in Colorado

A: I am sorry to hear about your situation. You do not have to have a power of attorney for your husband to speak to someone else. However, you would need a power of attorney for your husband to enter into any legally binding agreement on your behalf if the recipient would accept the power of attorney.

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