Legal Power
/ˈliːɡəl ˈpaʊər/
Definitions
- (n.) The lawful right or authority granted to an individual or entity to act or make decisions binding in law.
The attorney exercised legal power to represent the client in court.
- (n.) The capacity to create, alter, or extinguish legal rights and duties.
A power of attorney confers legal power to manage another’s financial affairs.
Forms
- legal power
- legal powers
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Commentary
Legal power often denotes both formal rights established by law and delegated authorities; clarity in drafting should specify the scope and limits of such power.
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