Just like a will, the power of attorney is a phenomenon rarely talked about.

Legal experts, however, advise people to use the provision of power of attorney to prepare for situations when they may not be able to act on their own behalf due to absence or incapacity. 

A power of attorney is a legal document that allows someone to make decisions for you or act on your behalf if you're no longer able to or no longer want to make your own decisions.

Lawyers Natasha Ndamanomhata and Jermaine Muchali explained that the power may be limited to a particular activity, such as making decisions in respect of your health or be general in its application.

The power may give temporary or permanent authority to act on your behalf. 

The document is essential in the event that you're incapacitated or not physically present to make decisions on your own behalf.

During a panel discussion on nbc's Wheels of Justice, the lawyers emphasized the importance of preparing for the future for oneself and one's family.