Power of attorney

A power of attorney, which allows you to give someone you trust the authority to act on your behalf, may be necessary for any number of reasons.

Power of attorney contract

A power of attorney is a contract by which a person designate someone else to represent him or act on his behalf.

Mandatary compensation

The person executing a power of attorney (the mandatary) may do it for free or for compensation.

Mandator’s obligations

The person giving the power of attorney (the mandator) has obligations to the person executing it (the mandatary).

Mandatary’s obligations

The person executing a power of attorney (the mandatary) has powers and obligations.

Termination of the power of attorney

A power of attorney may terminate for a number of reasons.

Sample powers of attorney

Free templates are available for powers of attorney to rent an apartment or manage money or property.

Last update: February 23, 2023