Sample Power of Attorney in English (PDF Keyword)
A power of attorney (POA) is a legal document that allows one person (the principal) to authorize another person (the agent) to act on their behalf. This is a useful tool for various situations, including managing finances, handling legal matters, or making decisions when the principal is unable to do so themselves.
Here is a sample power of attorney in English (PDF Keyword) that can be used as a starting point:
POWER OF ATTORNEY
This Power of Attorney (the "Power of Attorney") is made and entered into as of this ____ day of ______, _____, by and between [Principal's Name], residing at [Principal's Address] (the "Principal"), and [Agent's Name], residing at [Agent's Address] (the "Agent").
WITNESSETH:
WHEREAS, the Principal desires to appoint the Agent as his/her true and lawful attorney-in-fact to perform the acts and things hereinafter set forth; and
WHEREAS, the Agent desires to accept such appointment.
NOW, THEREFORE, in consideration of the foregoing premises and the mutual covenants contained herein, the parties agree as follows:
1. Appointment of Attorney. The Principal hereby appoints the Agent as his/her true and lawful attorney-in-fact, with full power and authority to do and perform, in the name of and on behalf of the Principal, the following acts and things:
- [Insert Specific Powers]: For example, to manage the Principal's bank accounts, to buy and sell property, to sign legal documents, etc.
2. Authority. The Agent's authority under this Power of Attorney is limited to the specific powers listed above. The Agent shall not have any other authority to act on behalf of the Principal.
3. Duration. This Power of Attorney shall be effective from the date hereof and shall continue until revoked by the Principal in writing, or until the death of the Principal, whichever occurs first.
4. Revocation. The Principal may revoke this Power of Attorney at any time by delivering written notice to the Agent. The revocation shall be effective upon receipt by the Agent.
5. Termination. This Power of Attorney shall terminate automatically upon the death of the Principal.
6. Governing Law. This Power of Attorney shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of the State of [State].
7. Entire Agreement. This Power of Attorney constitutes the entire agreement between the parties with respect to the subject matter hereof and supersedes all prior or contemporaneous communications, representations, or agreements, whether oral or written.
8. Severability. If any provision of this Power of Attorney is held to be invalid or unenforceable, such provision shall be struck from this Power of Attorney and the remaining provisions shall remain in full force and effect.
9. Notices. All notices, requests, and other communications hereunder shall be in writing and shall be deemed to have been duly given when delivered personally, sent by certified mail, return receipt requested, or sent by overnight courier, addressed as follows:
- If to the Principal: [Principal's Address]
- If to the Agent: [Agent's Address]
IN WITNESS WHEREOF, the parties have executed this Power of Attorney as of the date first written above.
[Principal's Signature]
[Agent's Signature]
[Witness Signature]
[Witness Signature]
[Notary Seal]
Important Note: This is a sample power of attorney and should be used only as a guide. It is highly recommended to consult with an attorney before executing a power of attorney.
Please remember that:
- This sample is not legally binding and should not be used as a substitute for professional legal advice.
- Specific requirements for power of attorney documents vary depending on the jurisdiction.
By using this sample, you can create your own Power of Attorney document that is customized to your specific needs. However, it is crucial to seek guidance from an attorney to ensure your document complies with all applicable laws and regulations.
The PDF keyword mentioned in the title can be used to search for further information or specific resources related to power of attorney documents, but it is not included in the actual text of this sample.
