How do I know if I’m an Authorized Legal Representative?

An Authorized Legal Representative is someone who is legally authorized under state and federal law to make decisions for the beneficiary. You’re an Authorized Legal Representative if you are selected by the eligible beneficiary with legal capacity, you have Power of Attorney, are a conservator or legal guardian, are a spouse, parent, sibling, or grandparent, or are a representative payee (individual or organization), in that order of priority.

Get help with a Power of Attorney of a beneficiary or learn about the guardianship process and get the form to get started here. If you need help, you can find general legal information about guardianship in Washington State or answers to specific questions.