An Attorney is the person who is legally appointed by the account holder and is given the power to handle all of the person's affairs.
An authority given by one person to another to act for him in their absence. The person authorised to act is the attorney of the other. Se also enduring power of attornery.
A legal document that authorizes a specific person to act on your behalf. It can give complete authority or be limited to specified acts and/or periods of time.
Legal authority granted to one person by another to act in his or her place.
A written instrument which empowers an individual to act on the behalf of another individual. The scope of the attorney's power may vary from being very specific ("only to execute a specific contract for me") to being virtually unlimited ("to do anything I am legally able to do").
Power of attorney allows one person to make legal decisions for another person.
A formal, written authority granted by one person, the Donor, to another, the Attorney, enabling the Attorney to act on the Donor's behalf and manage his financial interests. See Enduring Power of Attorney and General Power of Attorney.
(POA): A legal document which authorizes another person (usually a relative) to make financial decisions for you.
A written and signed authorization allowing someone to act as an agent of the person granting it.
A power of attorney is a document which gives power to the person appointed by it to act for the person who signed the document.
A written authorization allowing a person to perform certain acts on behalf of another, such as moving of assets between accounts or trading for a person's benefit.
The simplest and least expensive legal device for authorizing a person to manage the affairs of another. In essence, it is a written agreement, usually with a close relative, an attorney, business associate of financial advisor, authorizing that person to sign documents and conduct transactions on the individual's behalf. The individual can delegate as much or as little power as desired and end the arrangement at any time.
An instrument in writing whereby one person appoints another as his or her agent and confers authority to perform certain specified acts or kinds of acts.
A legal document that allows to another person to act on your behalf. The person who creates it is the principal and the person to whom is given this authority is called the attorney-in-fact.
A power of attorney is a means whereby one person (the donor) gives legal authority to another person (the attorney or donee) to manage the donor's affairs. See also Enduring Power of Attorney and Continuing Power of Attorney.
An authority by which one person (principle) enables another (attorney-in-fact) to act for him. (1) General power – authorizes sale, mortgaging, etc., of all property of the principle. This is invalid in some jurisdictions. (2) Special power specifies property, buyers, price, and terms. How specific it must be varies in each state.
Appointment of an agent to act on one's behalf.
a legal agreement which entitles the person you designate to make decisions or conduct financial transactions on your behalf. RISK is a potential incident, activity or situation where your health and safety could be threatened or violated. While abroad you will be in unfamiliar surroundings and will be exposed to risks to your person and possessions.
Formal authorization of a person to act in the interests of another person.
A power of attorney is a document by which a person appoints someone else, usually a trusted family member or friend, to act as their agent with authority to deal with and manage their property and other financial affairs.
A document which authorises a person to act on behalf of another.
a legal document that grants a designated person the right to act on behalf of another. A "special power-of-attorney" designation grants specific and limited powers, such as the authority to sign checks. A "general power-of-attorney" designation covers all business activities.
A legal document that authorizes another person to act, either a specific act or generally, in the stead of the person drawing the instrument, terminable automatically upon the death of either party.
Authorization of one person to make legal decisions and take other actions, such as signing legal documents, on behalf of another person.
A legal document which provides for another to act in behalf of the owner in matters pertaining to vehicle registration.
Exporters and Importers authorize Freight Fowarders and Customs Brokers to act as their agents, for export control and Customs purposes, with this document. Completed Power of Attorney documents, however, do not relieve importers or exporters from liability to the U.S. Government in the event of export control or entry errors.
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A written and notarized document giving an individual legal power to act on behalf of another according to the terms of the document. The person who acts on behalf of the person who signs the power of attorney is called an "Attorney-in-fact." Powers of attorney may be broad (i.e.; covering financial matters, or medical issues), or limited (i.e.; for the one-time purpose of selling real estate). A power of attorney for medical care may also be accomplished by a Patient Advocate Designation. A power of attorney that makes provisions stating that it is effective even upon the disability of the maker, is known as a Durable Power of Attorney. There are no court forms provided for powers of attorney.
A legal document by which a person appoints another person to act on their behalf in property and financial matters• Powers of Attorney• Same sex couples
A paper that you (the principal) sign to give someone else (the agent or attorney in fact) the power to do certain things for you. You decide what powers the agent has. You can let your agent make financial, health or very limited and specific decisions for you.
( procuration) A written instrument empowering another person to act for the person giving them power of attorney. The person giving the power is known as the "principal" and the person who is acting in substitution for the principal is called the "attorney". From this we get the "attorney in fact".
(sometimes called EPA - Enduring Power of Attorney) Gives an individual the right to act on behalf of somebody else and to make legally binding commitments on behalf of that individual
(1) The legal right conferred by a person or institution upon another to act in the former's stead; (2) In the securities industry, a limited power of attorney given by a customer to a representative of a broker/dealer would normally give a registered representative trading discretion over the customer's account. The power is limited in that neither securities nor funds may be withdrawn from the account; (3) In the securities industry, an unlimited power of attorney given by a customer to a representative of a broker/dealer would normally give a registered representative full discretion over the conduct of the customer's account.
The document by which one person authorizes another to act legally on his or her behalf- to sign checks, enter into contracts, and buy or sell property, for example.
Legal authority to act for another person in a transaction.
A legal document granting an individual the ability to make decisions for the retiree, joint annuitant, a minor or beneficiary. They have the right to make address changes, bank changes and make inquiries on behalf of the retiree. KPERS must have a certified copy of this document on file.
p.o.a. (abbr) : legal right given to one individual to administer the estate of another.
A person (the "principal") authorizes someone else (the "agent" or "attorney in fact") to take care of business for the principal. A power of attorney authorizes the agent to do whatever is necessary to manage the principal's assets. A limited or special power of attorney can be drawn up to be more restrictive, by setting time limits for the agent to serve, limiting the agent to particular actions, or authorizing the agent to manage just particular assets. There are general powers of attorney, limited or special powers of attorney, and durable powers of attorney. A general or limited power of attorney ends when the principal becomes incompetent. A durable power of attorney stays in effect if the principal becomes incapacitated.
Power a person has to authorize and manage the legal and/or financial affairs of another in the event of that person's incapacitation or unavailability.
Legal document which gives someone the right to act on someone's behalf in legal matters.
This is a deed which enables another person (the Attorney) to sign documents and do things on your behalf, and in your name. This is often necessary if a buyer or seller will be abroad during the conveyancing transaction.
the documents that give an individual the right to act as someone else's attorney or agent or representative in case that person cannot speak for themselves.The person granted the power of attorney is called the attorney–in–fact.Once the person granting power of attorney has passed on, the authority to act in lieu of the person no longer applies.
A legal document authorizing one person to act on another's in certain transactions.
A legal document authorizing someone to act as the grantor's agent.
A legal document that authorizes complete authority or limited authority to another person for a certain act or periods of time to act on one's behalf.
An authority by which one person (principal) allows another (attorney-in-fact) to act for him or her.
A written instrument appointing and authorizing a person to act in the place of another as agent or substitute.
A legal way to have one person act on behalf of another.
In Pennsylvania, any person of capacity, 18 or older can make a Power of Attorney to designate another person to act on his/her behalf. The power of attorney can be limited to certain specific responsibilities or it can cover large general areas of decision-making regarding your financial affairs. It is best to work with your attorney to make it as precise but flexible as you need. For example, in Pennsylvania, you can create a "springing" power of attorney that springs into effect when you are unable to make decisions or some other trigger (which you determine) is activated. CaregiverPA Resources - Power of Attorney
An instrument authorizing a person to act on one's behalf as agent or attorney.
Legal document in which one person (principal) appoints another person (agent or attorney-in-fact) to act in his place. In Wisconsin, there are separate requirements for a power of attorney for business matters and for a power of attorney for health care. See chaps. 243 and 155, Wis. Stats. Scope: A power of attorney may be general, including most or all business decision-making powers, or it may be limited to a specific purpose. Duration: A power of attorney terminates upon death of the principal. It may also terminate upon incapacity (mental, not physical) of the principal, unless it is a durable power of attorney. A durable power of attorney must include a statement that the power of attorney is not affected by the subsequent disability or incapacity of the principal.
A document by which one person (the " principal") can authorize another person (the " attorney-in-fact" or "agent") to act for him or her. A power of attorney which is effective even after the principal is legally incapacitated is a "durable power of attorney." A power of attorney can also be "general," meaning that the agent can do almost anything the principal can do, or "limited," meaning that the agent only has certain specified powers.
A legal appointment where a person nominates another (called the attorney) to act as their legal representative.
Authorization for one person to act as another's agent or attorney.
Written statement that designates an agent for handling financial transactions when you are unable to do so.
A legal document allowing a person to act for another.
A document by which someone appoints another person, to act as their attorney
The legal right to manage financial and other affairs on behalf of another
The appointment of one person to act on behalf of another (agent) for all purposes or for very limited purposes. A legal instrument is needed to make this appointment effective. A power of attorney creates an Attorney-in-Fact (the agent). The agent may execute leases if provided in the power of attorney but caution should be taken to make sure the power of attorney is still in effect. A power of attorney ceases when the person granting it dies.
A signed and dated document authorizing one person to act on behalf of the person signing.
a legal document which gives another person (usually a spouse, other relative, or friend) the power to act on your behalf. In order to grant a power of attorney, you must be competent, and you do not lose the legal right to act on your own behalf.
A power of attorney is a written instrument which authorizes one person to act as another's agent or attorney. The power of attorney may be for a definite, specific act, or it may be general in nature. The terms of the written power of attorney may specify when it will expire. If not, the power of attorney usually expires when the person granting it dies.
A written document making an appointment which delegates medical care and property management decisions to another party.
Formal deed by which one person appoints another to act on his behalf or represent him
A document used by one person to give another signing authority. A power of attorney is in effect only as long as the maker is alive. We will accept a photocopy of the original Power of Attorney that is Medallion guaranteed.
A written document given by one person or party to another authorizing the latter to act for the former. Also known as a Durable Power of Attorney.
A written document in which a mentally competent adult (called the "principal") appoints another mentally competent adult or a corporation (called the "agent" or "attorney-in-fact") to act on the principal's behalf. The attorney-in-fact may perform any legal function or task which the principal has a legal right to do for him or herself.
A document stating an individual has the authority to act on behalf of another person in regard to financial or business affairs.
The written instrument by which the authority of one person to act in the place and stead of another as his or her attorney in fact is set forth. Authority given a person or corporation, called an attorney in fact, to act for the obligate another to a specific extent.
A legal document authorizing someone else to act for you/on your behalf.
A legal document which allows you to authorize someone else to act for you. See Durable Power of Attorney.
A document, authorizing the person named therein to act as the agent, called the attorney-in-fact, for the person signing the document. A durable power of attorney remains in effect even if the principal becomes incapacitated. The ability of the attorney-in-fact to use the power of attorney terminates when the principal dies.
Written legal authorization stating that an individual can act and make decisions for another.
Document authorizing one to act legally for another.
A legal document where a person can appoint another (the attorney) to manage their affairs. An Enduring Power of Attorney remains valid even if the person giving it loses mental capacity. It can be used for a spouse, family member or trusted friend to help a person who has lost the ability to look after their own financial affairs. It must be signed before the person loses capacity. A Springing Power of Attorney is a document that attempts to create a power of attorney triggered by incapacity (it is supposed to "spring" into effect on the loss of capacity). Springing Powers of Attorney are not legal valid
A written document signed by the owner which authorizes someone else to act in behalf of the owner.
A legal document that grants one person the authority to act on behalf of the person granting the power of attorney on various matters. For an introduction to powers of attorney in Canada, including a sample power of attorney, please click here.
A formal instrument by which a person or company (normally referred to as the 'principal') gives power to another party (normally referred to as the 'attorney') to act for him either in relation to certain specified matters (a limited or defined power of attorney) or generally (a general power of attorney) and to sign documents, enter into legal relationships and assume obligations on behalf of principal. An ordinary power of attorney can be given on a revocable basis or it can be made on an irrevocable basis for a fixed period of time. Under normal circumstances, a power of attorney is automatically revoked by the death of or by the loss of mental capacity of the principal. See also Enduring Power of Attorney Close
Give signing authority for your affairs to spouse or other trusted person in case of accident or other circumstances that leave you unable to manage your own affairs.
A legal document authorizing someone to act on behalf of another. The authority can be complete or limited to a specific act or acts. Sometimes referred to as Attorney in fact.
A Power of Attorney is a legal document that allows one person to act for another person. Example: You could give a Broker a Power of Attorney to act on your behalf with regard to all insurance matters.
A document which enables someone else to make legal decisions and sign legal documents on your behalf. A "general" power of attorney gives almost unlimited rights, while a "limited" power of attorney limits the rights to certain, defined areas. A power of attorney is sometimes used in real estate if a seller or buyer cannot attend a closing, and wants someone else to stand in for them.
1. The authority to act in another person's behalf, at his request. The person granted such authority is called the attorney-in-fact. 2. A document granting the power of attorney.
Document empowering an attorney-in-fact to sign or act for a principal; authorization to sign or act for a principal as attorney-in-fact.
A written authorization to an agent to perform specified acts on behalf of their principal. Beyond these acts, the agent has no power.
A traditional form of appointing another person (the attorney-in-fact) to act on one's behalf. 'Durable' powers of attorney continue beyond one's competency. A durable power of attorney for health care specifically gives the attorney-in-fact the power to make decisions about the patient's medical treatment.
a written legal document signed by a party, giving the right to another party to act on behalf of the signing party, limited to what is indicated in the document.
authority of another person to execute (sign) documents or carry out transactions. "Authority to do any act which the grantor might himself lawfully perform."
A formal appointment where a person appoints another (the attorney) to act as their legal representative.
Authorisation for another person to act and sign contracts on one person's behalf.
1. The authority to act in another person’s behalf, at this request. If your are granted such authority you are called the attorney-in-fact. If you are the grantor (see Grantor), you may revoke a power of attorney at any time. If you, as grantor die, relocate or are judged legally incompetent, the power of attorney will automatically terminate. 2. A document granting the power of attorney.
A document authorizing one person to act as another person's agent.
a power of attorney is both the authority given by one person ('the donor') to another person ('the donee' or 'attorney') to act for the donor in a transaction or a series of transactions or in the management of his or her affairs and the document by which that authority is given. Under the law of England and Wales a power of attorney made by an individual must be executed as a deed (Powers of Attorney Act 1971 s 1(1)).
A document which authorizes a person to act as another's agent in financial or business matters.
Legal document in which one person authorizes another person to act in their behalf. A Durable Power of Attorney remains valid even in case of incapacitation (often the time it becomes most useful). Separate powers of attorney are needed for health care decisions and for finances.
A formal document by which one person empowers another to represent him or for him for certain powers.
A Deed whereby a person appoints one or more to act on his/her behalf in relation to his/her financial affairs
A written instrument, an authority by which a principal enables another (attorney in fact) to act for him or her.
A document that authorizes another to act as one's agent or attorney.
A written document that empowers one person to act for or represent another in specified matters.
A written agreement with a relative, friend, attorney, or business associate who is given authorization to sign documents and conduct transactions on the individual's behalf. ................................................................................................
It is an instrument empowering a specified person or persons to act for and in the name of the person executing it. The person for whom the act is done or who is so represented is called principal. The person who is so authorized to do or represent is called agent. It may be either notarized or registered depending on the transaction.
is a document usually drawn up by a solicitor by which a person appoints another person (the attorney) and sets out what the attorney is authorized to do. It is used to cover emergency situations in which, because of absence, accident or illness, a person is unable to take essential actions of their own behalf (such as withdrawing money from a bank account and signing documents). One needs to consider very carefully who is the appropriate person to be given your power of attorney, particularly if that person is not your spouse. Enduring Power of Attorney provides for a nominated person (e.g. spouse) to hold power of attorney for you where a medically qualified person certifies that you cannot sign documents. You should consult your solicitor for detailed advice.
A document stating that a certain individual is an attorney in fact, and may act on behalf of someone else.
When one party authorizes another party to act on his or her behalf in business dealings. For example, someone with power of attorney can sign cheques or other legal documents for the person who gave authorization. A written document is required to prove that power of attorney has been granted.
A written instrument authorizing a person to act as the agent of the person granting it, and a general power authorizing the agent to act generally in behalf of the principle. A special power limits the agent to a particular or specific act as: a landowner may grant an agent special power of attorney to convey a single and specific parcel of property. Under the provisions of a general power of attorney, the agent having the power may convey any or all property of the principal granting the general power of attorney..
Exists when one person, the principal, gives someone else, the attorney in fact or agent written authority to do some specified act(s) in the principal's name. The document should state who the principal is, who the attorney in fact is and it should describe with particularity what powers are given to the attorney in fact.
Written instrument where on persons, as principal, appoints someone as his or her agent, thereby authorizing that person to perform certain acts on behalf of the principal, such as buying or selling property, settling an estate, representing them in court, etc. Private Investigator A person privately hired to do investigative or detective work. Also called private detective, private eye. Probate Legal process used to determine the validity of a will before the court authorizes distribution of an estate; legal process used to appoint an someone to administer the estate of someone who died without leaving a will.
This is a legal document giving another person, known as agent or attorney in fact, the full legal authority to act in your behalf in your absence. A power of attorney loses its validity in the event the principal becomes disabled or dies. Most states however, permit a "durable" power of attorney which remains valid through the disability or incompetence of the principal. A durable power of attorney can be used in conjunction with a living trust by allowing the agent to transfer any property that wasn't transferred prior to the disability or the settlor to the trust. See “Durable Power of Attorney”.
A written document that allows one person to act on behalf of another.
A legal document authorizing someone to act on another’s behalf. If a customer owes money on a trade-in, a dealership will have the customer sign a limited power of attorney giving the dealership the authority to pay off the customer’s loan.
A document in which a person (the "principal") authorizes another person (the "agent") to act for the principal in either a general or limited capacity.
A letter or document authorizing one person to act as an agent or attorney for another.
When a person is unable to act for himself, he appoints another to act in his behalf.
A written instrument authorizing a person to act as agent on behalf of another person to the extent indicated in the instrument.
A legal document that appoints someone else to act on your behalf in matters of money and property.
You empower someone else to act on your behalf. Technically, this person becomes your "Attorney in Fact," but is more commonly referred to as your "Agent."
The written authorization, allowing one to act for another in a legal capacity.
A document that authorizes someone to act on someone else's behalf.
A written instrument whereby a principal gives authority to an agent. The agent acting under such a grant is sometimes called an attorney in fact.
The authority to act legally for another person.
An instrument in writing by which one person, the principal, authorizes another, the attorney in fact, to act in the specific actions described in the instrument.
A legal document giving someone legal authority to sign your name on your behalf in your absence. Ends at incapacity (unless it is a durable power of attorney) or death.
a legal device which allows one individual to represent another for the execution of legal acts. The power may be general, or all encompassing, or restricted to one particular act.
A legal document that authorizes a specific person to act on behalf of the another person. This generally applies to signing certain legal documents and making decisions on behalf of the another person. A power of attorney may be designated to help decide the payment options for a beneficiary.
A document that authorizes a person to act on another's behalf. Can grant complete authority or limited/specified authority.
a legal document authorizing one individual to act as the agent or "attorney" for another (the "principal"). If the attorney is authorized to act in behalf of another for all matters, he or she has general power of attorney. Authority to act solely regarding specified situations is special power of attorney. If the authority granted extends beyond the disability of the principal, the attorney has durable power of attorney.
A legal agreement that authorizes someone to handle or share in handling the financial matters of another person. A "durable" power of attorney can continue to give power to another in handling financial matters after incapacitation has occurred.
A person may designate another to act for him or her in limited situations (Limited Power of Attorney), or generally (General Power of Attorney). The person accepting this appointment is known as the Attorney in Fact. The Attorney in Fact may act for the principle in any area designated in the document. In Utah, a power of attorney may be made "durable" so it remains in effect after the person who granted it becomes incapacitated or incompetent.
A document that authorizes one individual to act on behalf of another.
A legal document that authorizes another person to act on one's behalf. A power of attorney can grant complete authority or can be limited to certain acts and/or certain periods of time.
A document that authorizes a customs broker or freight forwarder to act on the exporter's/importer's behalf on issues relative to customs clearance, transportation, documentation, etc.
Document appointing one person to act on behalf of another.
A legal document giving another the power to act as one's attorney or agent in handling all personal affairs. The power may be general or specific and is revoked upon the death of the principal.
Legal authority given to one party to act for another under an agreement stating the extent of such authority.
An instrument authorizing another to act on one's behalf as his or her agent or attorney. See Attorney In Fact.
A written authorization to an agent to perform specified acts on behalf of his principal. This may be granted as either a general or a limited power.
A legal document granting an individual to sign legal documents on the behalf of another.
a document in which you delegate to an attorney-in-fact your authority to administer your assets and make legal and financial decisions. Powers of attorney can be effective immediately upon their execution (signing) by you, or "springing," that is, effective only upon a triggering event such as a certification of your incompetency. The power of attorney used for estate planning is a "general"power of attorney, meaning it gives your attorney-in-fact virtually unlimited power (as opposed to a "specific" or "limited" power of attorney, which would only allow your attorney-in-fact to do one thing, such as sell real estate for you). The power of attorney used for estate planning is also always "durable," meaning that it remains effective after you become incompetent, which of course is the main reason for having the document.
A legal instrument (document) setting out explicitly an individual's authority to act as the agent of the person giving the power of attorney.
Authorising someone to spread bet on your behalf. For this Finspreads would require your written notification and we would perform an identity check. Same as Authority to deal
A legal document that allows you to designate your lawyer or a third party to sign and authorize documents on your behalf should you be unavailable. This may be useful during the period leading up to and including closing day, as well as in the long-term to ensure that your affairs can be taken care of by a person you trust in the case of your leaving the country or becoming disabled.
A document that gives another person legal authority to act on behalf of the person who makes the document. Principal is: (1) When creating a Power of Attorney or other legal document, the person who appoints an agent to act on his or her behalf. (2) In the law of trusts, the property of the trust, as opposed to the income generated by that property. The principal is also known as the trust corpus; that's Latin for "body." For example, Arthur establishes a new trust with $100,000, with interest and other income payable to Merlin; the $100,000 is the trust principal or corpus.
An instrument authorizing a person to act on behalf of the person granting it. A limited power of attorney restricts the power to a particular transaction.
A document that appoints an agent or agents to manage your finances. You can give your agent as much or as little power over your property as you wish. If a power of attorney is durable, then it continues to be effective after the principal becomes incompetent.
An authority given to one party to act for another.
A legal document that grants authority to a person to act on the behalf of another.
a document in which you delegate your authority to administer your assets or make medical or other decisions. Powers of attorney can be effective upon their execution (signing) by you, or "springing," that is, ineffective until a triggering event such as a certification of your incompetency. They can also be "general," effective only as long as you are competent and alive (whether or not your agent knows of your death); or "durable," that is, effective whether you are competent or not, and effective as long as your agent does not know of your death.
Power given to someone to act on your behalf.
A power of attorney is a legal form that names someone to act as your substitute.
A written instrument whereby a principal gives authority to an agent, who may also be called an Attorney-in-Fact.
Written document authorizing one person to take certain legal actions on behalf of the person giving the power of attorney..
A written document authorizing another to act on his behalf as an Attorney in Fact. One does not need to be a licensed attorney to act as an attorney in fact but power of attorney forms are powerful legal documents that should be used only under advice of a licensed attorney at law.
An authority by which 1 person authorizes another to act on his or her behalf. A power of attorney can be limited to specific areas or be general.
Document authorising one person to act on behalf of another in the absence of that other.
Authorization by one person of another person to act on his or her behalf in specific situations. The granting of Power of Attorney is a private matter between the principal and the person authorized to act on his or her behalf.
Power to act on behalf of another person for specified purposes.
A document that allows another person to act legally on your behalf in your absence.
A document that authorizes one person to legally act as the agent for, or in place of, another person in performing various actions under specified conditions. Full power may be granted, or authority may be limited to certain functions.
A formal written legal document by which one person gives another power to represent or act in his or her place for certain purposes. See POWERS OF ATTORNEY AND GUARDIANSHIP.
A written, signed authorization empowering another person to act in the name of the signer (often times a “limited Power of Attorney†may be required by a closing company to be signed by the seller with their deed documents. This should be limited to this specific transaction and only for the purpose of signing legal corrections).
A document that gives the authority to act in another person's behalf, at their request. The person granted such authority is called the attorney-in-fact.
A written legal document that gives an individual the authority to act for another.
An formal instrument authorizing another to act as one's agent or attorney.
A legal document authorizing a person to act on another person's behalf. (May be a general grant of authority, or may be limited to specific acts.)
A document, signed by the donor in front of witnesses, authorizing another person to act on the donor's behalf and to bind the donor to those actions.
Enables one person to act for another.
A legal document where you authorize someone else to act for you, to make health care or property decisions for you.
Authority given to one party to act for another. A P/A is completed by back-to-back DC applicants to give the Bank authority to substitute invoices and to draw and issue drafts under the master DC if the customer fails to do so - see “Special DCsâ€.
a written document authorising someone to act on your behalf. More info.
An agreement establishing an agent-principal relationship. The "power of attorney" grants the agent authority to act on the principal's behalf under certain designated circumstances. In the futures industry, a power of attorney must be in writing and is valid until revoked or terminated.
A document allowing one person to execute documents on behalf of another. If a Power of Attorney is used, the original must be filed at the Land Title Office.
A legal document that gives someone else full legal authority to sign on your behalf in your absence (different from the fiduciary duty of a trustee). Ends at disability or death. Some states permit a durable power of attorney that is valid through disability and ends at death. Limited powers of attorney give someone else only limited authority for a very specific purpose.
A written instrument authorizing one person (the attorney in fact) to act as another´s agent to the extent stated in the instrument. If it authorizes action in a real estate transaction (such as signing a deed on behalf of the principal), the power of attorney must be recorded.
Legal authorization for one person to act on behalf of another individual. See attorney-in-fact.
A legal designation which permits an individual (the attorney) to act on behalf of another individual (the principal) and to conduct the principal's financial affairs while he or she is still alive.
A legal instrument authorizing one to act as another's agent or attorney.
A written authorization giving another person power to do specific or general acts for the person giving the power.
A document which authorizes a person to act for another within the limitations it contains. A subscriber to an interinsurance exchange executes such a document in favor of the person who operates the exchange.
a deed by which one person allows another to represent him, or act in his place either generally or for specified purposes.
An instrument authorizing another to act as one's agent or in one's behalf in general or in specific situations.
(See also Durable Power of Attorney.)
A legal agreement that authorizes a specific individual to handle certain decisions for another. There are two types of power of attorney: limited and full. A limited power of attorney might permit one to engage in transactions in a specific investment account. A full power of attorney could allow more enhanced authority, including transferring funds between accounts.
A document executed by one party allowing another to act on his or her behalf in specified situations.
Authority given to a person to act in one's behalf on most required activities.
A medical power of attorney is a document that lets you appoint someone you trust to make decisions about your medical care. This type of advance directive also may be called a health care proxy, appointment of health care agent or a durable power of attorney for health care. Back to the Top
A document that authorizes a person to act as another person's agent.
An authority by which one person enables another to act for him or her. A specific power of attorney is required for real estate transactions. The powers given may include the power to execute a note, endorse checks and/or purchase property.
A document appointing a person to look after another's financial affairs. Back
A document conferring authority to one person to act as another's agent on his behalf.
A document authorizing a person to act as another's agent or attorney for a specified purpose.
A written statement legally authorizing a person to act for the writer of the statement.
A written document that authorizes a particular person to perform certain acts on behalf of the one signing the document. It becomes void upon the death of the signer.
The legal right to act on behalf of another individual.
a power of attorney is the formal grant to another person to act on your behalf - either generally or in certain limited circumstances. A recent development in the law has been the introduction of the concept of the enduring power of attorney - a document by which a person can grant rights to a person to act on their behalf should they become incapable of doing so themselves, but subject to certain safeguards.
An instrument authorizing a person to act as the agent of the person granting it. A special power of attorney limits the agent to a particular or specific act, as a landowner may grant an agent special power of attorney to convey a single and specific parcel of property. Under a general power of attorney, the agent may do almost anything for the principal that the principal could do himself or herself. A document authorizing a person (an attorney-in-fact) to act as an agent. Back to the Top
is a written instrument duly signed and executed by a person who authorizes an agent to act on his/her behalf to the extent indicated in the instrument. Pre-payment Clause is a clause in the mortgage which gives a mortgagor the privilege of paying the mortgage indebtedness before it becomes due. Proprietary Lease is the lease issued by a cooperative corporation to each tenant/stockholder prescribing the right to occupy a specific apartment. It includes general obligations.
A document which allows a person to sign documents on behalf of another person.
A written instrument by which one person as principal appoints another as his agent and confers upon him the authority to perform certain specified acts on behalf of the principal.
A legal document that authorizes an individual or organization to act on your behalf in certain matters.
A Power of Attorney is a document whereby one person confers on another the right to act on his or her behalf and in that respect the attorney can act just as though he or she were the donor of the power. Such a power can be used, for instance, to operate bank accounts or to sign documents or deeds.
The power one person or legal entity grants to another to act on behalf of the person granting authority. The document granting such power normally specifies exactly how much power the attorney-in-fact (recipient of the power of attorney) will have.
A Deed by which the owner of the property authorises someone else (the Attorney) to do something on their behalf.
Document authorizing another to act as one's agent or attorney in fact (not an attorney at law).
It is the granting of decision-making authority by one party to another. Here, it would be the client to the money manager or account executive. The Power of Attorney may be limited or full. When it is limited, the limitation is to trading or investing decisions only. When it is full it expands to cash and other decisions as well.
A legal document that allows someone else to act on your behalf, in matters that you specify in the Power of Attorney document. You can also use this document to authorize an individual to receive information administered by us for non-tax issues such as Homeowner & Renter Assistance, Child Support Collection, etc.
See: Trading Authorization.
A document by which one person (called the "principal") authorizes another person (called the "attorney-in-fact") to act for him/her in a specific manner in designated transactions.
A document that gives another person legal authority to act on your behalf. A Power of Attorney may be "general", which gives your attorney-in-fact extensive powers over your affairs, or it may be "limited" or "special", giving your attorney-in-fact permission to handle a specifically defined task. PLEASE NOTE: For a real estate transaction, the power of attorney must be specific to the transaction.
Authorization for one person to act as the agent of another.
A person is said to have "power of attorney" when they are empowered to act as an agent or as attorney-in-fact for another person. (Wex)
A written instrument (document) duly signed and executed by an owner of property that authorizes an agent to act on behalf of the owner.
A document which gives a person the right to make binding decisions for another, as an agent. A power of attorney may be specific to a certain kind of decision or general, in which the agent makes all major decisions for the person who is the subject of the power of attorney. The person signing the power of attorney is usually referred to, in law, as the donor and the person that would exercise the power of attorney, the donee.
A legal document authorizing another person to act on ones behalf.
an agreement authorizing someone (generally an attorney) to act as your agent. This agreement may be general (complete authority) or special (limited authority).
A written authorization to an agent to perform specific acts on behalf of the principal.
A written legal document in which one person (the principal) appoints another person to manage the principal's financial affairs. Even though the intent is that the power of attorney will not take effect until the principal becomes unable to handle his or her own affairs, it actually takes effect on the date it is signed, unless otherwise specified. And, unless otherwise specified, the durable financial power of attorney applies only to assets owned directly by the principal, and not to any assets transferred into a trust by the principal. Unlike an ordinary power of attorney, a durable power of attorney remains in effect even after the principal can no longer manage his or her own affairs. Here are 2 helpful articles: Medical and Financial Powers of Attorney and Helping a Loved One Make a Power of Attorney.
A written document authorizing someone else to act in his/her place. General Power of Attorney A written document authorizing another to perform any legal act that the person granting the power of attorney could perform. Special Power of Attorney A written document authorizing another to perform specific legal acts or acts setting forth specified limits on the authority.
A legal document whereby, a person may authorize someone else to act for them in a specific or general manner.
A written instrument giving a person the authority to act on behalf of another (the principal).
is a document where one individual gives another individual the authority to act in their behalf. The document must clearly spell out the limits of the authority. On occasion in real estate transactions a spouse may give their partner a power of attorney to sign for them if they are not able to attend the closing.
document which empowers one person to act for another.
The written legal authority to act on behalf on another with the legal effect that the actions of the person so acting are legally binding and considered the actions of the person granting the power of attorney.
An authority by which one person (principal) enables another (attorney in fact) to act for him. Prescriptive Easement The granting of an easement by a court, based on the presumption that a written easement was given (although none existed), after a period of open and continuous use of land.
A designated person or company, possibly an attorney or CPA, authorized to represent, act or serve in one's behalf.
A written, legal agreement authorizing a specific person to handle certain affairs for another or for more than one individual. A limited power of attorney could allow transactions within a specific investment account; a full power of attorney could allow greater authority, such as moving assets between accounts or to another mutual fund company or brokerage service.
A notarized written document authorizing a person to act on behalf of another person. The power of attorney may grant the attorney-in-fact general powers to act on all matters or special powers to act on specific matters. Unless the power-of-attorney is durable, it becomes void upon incapacity of the grantor. Generally, all power of attorney becomes void upon the death of the grantor.
A legal document that gives another person, the attorney-in-fact, legal authority to act on the principal behalf. This authority ends at the death of either the principal or the attorney-in-fact.
The written authority that allows an individual to take specific legal actions on behalf of another person.
written permission for a person to sign legal documents on behalf of another party.
a U.S. residentÑwho may be an employee, customhouse broker, partner or corporation officerÑ empowered to accept service of progress on behalf of the person or organization issuing the power of attorney.
A written document authorizing a person to act on the behalf of another person. That person does not have to be an attorney. See Attorney-In_Fact.
An authority by which one person (principal) enables another (attorney in fact) to act for him/her. The power can be general, covering all acts, or specific for a particular act.
A written, notarized document in which one person gives another the power to conduct certain acts on his or her behalf.
Instrument authorizing one to act legally for another either generally or in a specified matter.
A legal document giving another person authority to make financial decisions on your behalf.
A legal document authority to perform certain actions on behalf of another person. The seller must sign this as it authorizes the conveyancer to attend to the transfer on the seller's behalf
Legal document authorizing one person to act on behalf of another.
A legal instrument in which a person authorizes another to act as his or her attorney or agent.
A document that authorizes someone else to act on behalf of and as an agent for you.
Also termed “Attorney In Fact”. A legal power given to a person to act on behalf of another. This right can either be specific (for special circumstances), or general (in all activities).
A legal document that importers give to their customs broker that allows the customs broker to conduct business with the Customs Service on the importer's behalf.
A document that authorizes an individual to act on behalf of someone else.
a legal document that gives the designated holder the right to act on the behalf of or do something for the named person
Document that gives another person legal authority to act on another's behalf.
written document giving authorization to one person to act on behalf of another.
An authority by which one person (principal) enables another (attorney in fact) to act for him. Specific Power of Attorney specifies property, buyer, price and terms.
A written document that authorizes an individual to perform certain acts on behalf of the person signing the document. The document, which must be witnessed by a notary public or some other public officer, may bestow either full power of attorney or limited power of attorney and it becomes void upon the death of the signer.
A written authorisation to another person, or persons, to perform certain acts for the signer, as if they were the signer.
a legally binding document allowing one individual to act on behalf of another
A written instrument by which one person, called the principal, appoints another as his agent or attorney-in-fact, and gives him the authority to perform certain specified acts or kinds of acts on behalf of the principal.
A legal document giving another person legal authority to sign your name on your behalf in your absence; ends at incapacity or death; some states permit a durable power of attorney which is valid through incapacity and ends at death. These are general powers of attorney. There are also limited powers of attorney that give someone only limited authority for a very specific purpose (for example, to transfer a car title).
The legal authorization given to an individual to act on behalf of another.
A written instrument duly signed and executed by an individual which authorizes an agent to act on his behalf to the extent indicated in the document.
A legal document which authorizes one person to act on another's behalf.
A legal document allowing one person to act in a legal matter on another's behalf pursuant to financial or real-estate transactions.
A Power of Attorney is a legal document whereby one person (the "Donor") gives another person or persons (the "Attorney") the power to act on his or her behalf with regard to his or her property and financial affairs.
An instrument signed by a Party, witnessed and acknowledged before a Justice of the Peace or Notary Public, authorizing an individual to act on behalf of the Party to do a particular act, appear in a particular matter, or for the general transaction of business.
A third party given official authority to sign documents on your behalf.
A legal document whereby an individual specifies another individuals who will act on their behalf in monetary and other legal matters. · See Also · Limited Power of Attorney
A document that allows you to appoint a person or organization to handle your affairs while you are unavailable or unable to do so. The person or organization you appoint is referred to as an "Attorney-in-Fact" or "Agent."
A written legal instrument that authorizes another person to act on one's behalf. A power of attorney can grant either complete or limited authority.
a legal document authorizing a person to act as an agent for another person
The legal document by which one party is authorized to act on behalf of another.
During lifetime a grantor may wish to authorize someone full or limited power to perform specified acts or make decisions. A power of attorney gives this power in a document usually drafted in accordance with state law. The power terminates at the death of the conveyor.
a legal document authorizing another to act on you behalf
An authority by which one person enables another to act on his or her behalf. Power of attorney can be limited to specific areas or be general in some cases.
Legal document that authorizes someone else to act for an individual.
Written document that permits a third party to do transactions on the behalf of the person signing the document. Depending on the specifications within the document, a power of attorney may be full or limited.
The power of attorney may be given to individuals who have been granted the legal right to aid an inventor in the filing of a patent application. These individuals include a single representative inventor and all registered patent attorneys or agents in good standing.
A document in which the signer authorizes someone to conduct business in his or her name -- signing title documents and checks, for example.
A document authorizing someone (who does not need to be an attorney) the authority to act in the best interest of another.
An authority given by one person to another to act on their behalf, particularly in business or legal matters.
A document that gives another person legal authority to act on your behalf. If you create the document you are called the principal. The person to whom you give this authority is called your attorney. A power of attorney may be general or limited. If you make an Enduring Power of Attorney, the document will continue in the event you become incapacitated. There are strict rules relating to the execution of Power of Attorney which if not followed means the Power of Attorney has no effect.
A written document by which you grant to someone the authority to act on your behalf on various matters. A power of attorney is different from a will, which provides for the orderly distribution of your estate after your death; a power of attorney terminates on your death. There are different types of powers of attorney dealing with specific or general financial or health issues.
(1) The authority given to one person or corporation to act for and obligate another to the extent set forth in the agreement creating the power. (2) The authority given to the chief administrator of a reciprocal insurance exchange, who is called an attorney in fact, by each subscriber. See also Attorney in Fact and Reciprocal Insurance Exchange.
A written authorization by a person to another person to act for him on his behalf.
A legal document that authorizes someone to act in another person's behalf.
A legal document which authorises one or more people to handle another person's financial affairs (including property, shares, money, etc), either generally or in relation to specific items.
A legal agreement wherein one person has the power and permission to act on behalf of another. This usually applies to legal proceedings and decision making.
Formal authority conferred by deed on one person by another enabling the former to act for the latter.
Delegated written authority to a person to legally act on behalf of another.
An instrument authorizing someone to act as another person's agent or attorney. The agent is attorney in fact, and his power is revoked at the death of the principal by operation of law. Power of attorney may be general or special.
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A written legal document authorizing a person to act as agent for another, to the extent outlined in the document
A document that gives another person legal authority to act on your behalf. If you create such a document, you are called the principal, and the person to whom you give this authority is called your attorney-in-fact. If you make a durable power of attorney, the document will continue in effect even if you become incapacitated. For examples, see durable power of attorney for finances; durable power of attorney for healthcare.
A legal document that allows someone to appoint an attorney in fact to conduct personal and financial business, even in the event of legal incompetence. It expires upon the giver's death.
A document that authorizes a customs broker to sign all customs documents on behalf of an importer or exporter.
A document that authorizes another person to act as the agent of the authorizing person.
Authority given one person or organization to act for and obligate another to the extent of the instrument creating the power.
an instrument authorizing a person to act as the agent of the person granting it. -- View Real Estate Listings
A written instrument duly signed and executed by an owner of property that authorizes someone to act on behalf of the owner, to the extent indicated in the instrument.
A power of attorney or letter of attorney in common law systems or mandate in civil law systems is an authorization to act on someone else's behalf in a legal or business matter. The person authorizing the other to act is the "principal" or "grantor (of the power)", and the one authorized to act is the "agent" or "attorney-in-fact" [AIF]. The attorney-in-fact acts "in the principal's name" -- for example, by signing the principal's name to documents.
Power of Attorney was an American syndicated TV "judge show" that differed from other judge shows in that each side was represented by prominent attorneys who cross-examined witnesses.