NY Power of Attorney & Healthcare Proxy

Q: Does a power of attorney need to be notarized in New York?

Yes. New York requires a durable power of attorney to be signed before a notary public and witnessed by two people.

Q: Can I create a POA online without a lawyer?

Yes. New York law does not require an attorney to create a valid power of attorney. Sunset generates documents that follow the NY statutory short form.

Q: Who should I choose as my healthcare agent?

Choose someone you trust to make medical decisions aligned with your values — typically a spouse, adult child, or close friend.

How It Works

Create Your Documents in 3 Simple Steps

Answer Simple Questions

Larry, our AI assistant, walks you through your healthcare wishes, financial preferences, and who you want to appoint — all in plain English.

Review Your Documents

See your complete POA, healthcare proxy, and living will. Edit anything, ask Larry questions, make changes anytime.

Sign & Store Securely

Follow our signing and notarization instructions specific to each document. Store everything in our encrypted vault.

THE REALITY

56%

of American adults don't have a power of attorney

Don't Wait for an Emergency

A medical emergency, an aging parent, an upcoming surgery — these situations don't come with advance notice. Having a power of attorney and healthcare directive in place before you need them means your family won't face impossible decisions during their hardest moments.

The best time to create these documents is right now, while you're healthy and clear-headed.

Medical Emergencies

Without a healthcare proxy, doctors may not know your wishes — and your family can't speak for you.

Financial Protection

Without a POA, nobody can pay your bills, manage your accounts, or handle your finances if you're incapacitated.

Family Peace of Mind

Clear directives prevent family disagreements and costly court proceedings during already difficult moments.

It takes less than 30 minutes. Free to start.

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* CivicScience U.S. Adults Survey, 2023. Only 44% of adults report having any form of power of attorney.

What's Included

Complete Healthcare & Financial Protection for New York

Durable Financial Power of Attorney (NY statutory short form)

Healthcare Proxy designation

Living Will (end-of-life preferences)

HIPAA Release and Authorization

Organ donation and autopsy preferences

Signing instructions for each document

New York Specific

Built for New York's Requirements

New York has specific requirements for powers of attorney and healthcare directives. Our POA follows the NY statutory short form under GOL §5-1501, including proper witness and notarization requirements. Healthcare proxies comply with PHL §2981 — ensuring your medical wishes are legally protected in New York State.

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FAQ

Common Questions About NY Power of Attorney & Healthcare Directives

Get answers to common questions about creating your will and trust documents online with Sunset.

1.What's the difference between a healthcare proxy and a living will?

A healthcare proxy names someone to make medical decisions on your behalf if you can't. A living will specifies your end-of-life preferences (like life support, resuscitation, and comfort care). Together, they ensure your medical wishes are respected and someone you trust can act on them.

2.Does a power of attorney need to be notarized in New York?

3.Can I create a POA online without a lawyer?

4.Who should I choose as my healthcare agent?

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