Chapter 32 - Morrison Case

On May 31, 2000, Thomas Graham made his niece, Lucille Morrison, his attorney in fact by executing a durable power of attorney. It was notarized and recorded at the Registry of Deeds. The power of attorney granted Lucille broad powers and discretion in Graham's affairs. However, it did not contain express authority to make gifts.

On October 26, 2000, Lucille conveyed 11.92 acres of Graham's property to herself in consideration of services rendered. The property was valued at between $400,000 and $700,000. She then conveyed Graham's house to her son, Ladd. Next, she conveyed Graham's Oakview Terrace property to her brother, John Hallman. Graham died in 2001 and the estate sued to set aside all of the property transfers.

Which of these transfers, if any, are legal?