Identifying and Prosecuting Power of Attorney Abuse

Financial powers of attorney are legal tools commonly used to plan for the possibility that an adult may need help with financial decision-making in the future, but they can be used to steal money and property. Presenters will discuss common scenarios and recent prosecutions.

Presenters:

• Timothy L. Vavricek, Assistant U.S. Attorney, Northern District of Iowa
• Chantelle Smith, Assistant Attorney General, Iowa Attorney General's Office