I have general durable power of attorney for my mother which includes banking. She is currently a joint tenant on my savings account. I requ...

Question

I have general durable power of attorney for my mother which includes banking. She is currently a joint tenant on my savings account. I requested my bank open a new joint account for my mother and I but they claim I need a conservatorship. I have already been given the broadest powers in regards to my mothers finacial affairs. We are only talking about a social security check every month. She has no other finances or property. I am only doing this to satisfy the requirements for continued Medi-cal.

Why do I have to incure the expense of going to court to be appointed, when I already have power of attorney?

Answer

You may want to try another bank.