Power of Attorney
/ˈpaʊər əv əˈtɜːrni/
Definitions
- (n.) A legal document authorizing one person to act on another's behalf in private affairs, business, or legal matters.
She granted her lawyer a power of attorney to manage her financial transactions.
- (n.) The authority or agency granted by such a document.
The power of attorney allowed him to sign contracts for the principal.
Forms
- powers of attorney
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Commentary
Typically, powers of attorney can be general or specific and may be durable (remaining effective if the principal becomes incapacitated). Precision in language regarding scope and duration is crucial in drafting.
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