We all encounter situations where we may require someone to act on our behalf, especially when it comes to legal matters. A power of attorney letter is a legal document that enables you to appoint someone you trust to make decisions on your behalf. Whether it is for managing your finances, making healthcare decisions, or representing you in court, a power of attorney letter can be an essential tool in your legal toolkit.
If you are considering drafting a power of attorney letter, you may be wondering where to start. With so many legal terminologies and formats to consider, the process can seem daunting. That’s why we have created a template power of attorney letter that you can use as a starting point.
General Power of Attorney Letter
General Power of Attorney:
I,
Name: ______
Address: ______(the “Principal”)
Do hereby grant
Name: ______
Address: ______
ID Card/Passport no: ______(the “Agent”)
The power and authority to act on my behalf in any and all matters that I could do myself, including but not limited to:
– Managing my property, finances, business and legal affairs
– Signing contracts, deeds, checks and other documents
– Filing tax returns and paying taxes
– Opening and closing bank accounts and accessing funds
– Buying and selling stocks, bonds and other securities
– Applying for loans and mortgages
– Making health care decisions and consenting to medical treatmentThis General Power of Attorney is effective immediately and will continue until it is revoked by me in writing or by operation of law.
I sign this General Power of Attorney on [Date]
Name: ______
Signature: ______
Common Power of Attorney Letter
To,
The Court of Law,
Business Legal Documentation,
Reno, Nevada, USA.Subject: Letter of Power of Attorney
Respected Sir,
I hope this missive finds you in good health. I shall go to the theater for operations on July 1st, 2021. After my discharge, I shall still be bed-ridden for 90 days to fully recuperate from the disease.
During this time frame (July 1st – October 31st), I hereby confer all my powers to Mr. John Doe (my brother) who resides at 123 Main Street Reno Nevada USA. He shall have full authority over all my financial transactions including but not limited to withdrawing money from my bank accounts paying bills signing checks and filing taxes.
I also appoint Mr. James Smith (my cousin) as my successor agent who shall act on my behalf if Mr. John Doe is unable or unwilling to do so.
This power of attorney shall expire on October 31st unless I revoke it earlier in writing.
Thanking You,
Yours Sincerely,
(Signature)
Mr. Richard Roe
456 High Street
Reno Nevada USAWitness:
(Signature)
Ms. Jane Doe
789 Low Street
Reno Nevada USA
Share Holder Meeting Power of Attorney
Dear Sir/Madam,
I, [Name], residing at [Address], am acting as the Director for [Company] having domicile in [Location].
As the legal owner of registered shares in [Company], established under the laws of [Country], I hereby confer a power of attorney upon:
Name: [Name]
Address: [Address]
ID Card/Passport number: [ID Card/Passport no],hereafter referred to as the “Authorized”.
The Authorized is specifically authorized to attend and vote in the Shareholder Meeting of the Company to be held on [Date & Time]. Furthermore, I grant the Authorized full power and authority to do and perform each and every act and thing whatsoever requisite, necessary and proper to be done in the performance of all the above, to all intents and purposes as he might or could do if he was acting for himself with full power of substitution and revocation.
This POWER OF ATTORNEY is duly signed on [Date]. For further information, please refer to the details below:
Name: [Name]
Title: [Title]
ID Card/Passport No.: [ID Card/Passport No.]Thank you.
Sincerely,
[Your Name]
Limited Power Attourney
[Your Name and Address] [Date]
[Agent’s Name and Address]
Limited Power of Attorney I, [Your Name] of [Your Address], hereby grant limited power of attorney to [Agent’s Name] of [Agent’s Address], to act on my behalf in the following matter(s):
[Specify the specific powers being granted to the agent]
This power of attorney is effective from [Date] to [Date], but in no event shall it have a duration lasting more than [Length of Time] and shall expire on [Expiration Date].
I reserve the right to revoke this power of attorney at any time.
Dated this [Date] day of [Month], [Year].
[Your Signature]
Witnessed by:
[First Witness Signature]
[Second Witness Signature]
Medical Decision Power of Attorney
[Your name and address] [Date]
[Agent’s name and address]
Medical Decision Power of Attorney
I, [Your name] of [Your address], hereby grant medical decision power of attorney to [Agent’s name] of [Agent’s address], to act on my behalf in the following matter(s):
[Specify the specific medical decisions being granted to the agent]
This power of attorney is effective from [Date] to [Date], but in no event shall it have a duration lasting more than [Length of time] and shall expire on [Expiration date].
I authorize my agent to make all necessary medical decisions on my behalf if I become unable to make such decisions for myself. This power includes, but is not limited to, decisions regarding my medical treatment, medications, surgeries, and other procedures.
I reserve the right to revoke this power of attorney at any time.
Dated this [Date] day of [Month], [Year].
[Your signature]
Witnessed by: [First witness signature] [Second witness signature]
File Lawsuit Power of Attorney
LETTER OF ATTORNEY
To Whom It May Concern,
I, Sarah Jones, currently residing at 123 Main Street, Anytown, USA, hereby appoint John Smith, Esq., of Smith & Associates Law Firm, located at 456 High Street, Anytown, USA, as the attorney to represent my son James Jones in his personal injury claim against ABC Company.
My son, James Jones, born on January 1st, 2010, is a 13-year-old child who was injured on March 1st, 2023, after being hit by a car driven by an ABC Company employee while crossing the street near his school. He suffered a broken leg and other injuries that required medical treatment and rehabilitation.
With this letter, I authorize John Smith to file a lawsuit on behalf of James Jones against ABC Company and any other liable parties for damages arising from his injuries. I further authorize John Smith to negotiate a settlement with ABC Company or any other parties involved in this matter. I understand that John Smith will keep me informed of any developments in this case and will seek my approval before accepting any settlement offer.
This attorney letter is effective immediately and shall remain in effect until this legal matter is resolved or until I revoke it in writing.
Dated this 19th day of March, 2023.
Sincerely,
Sarah Jones (Parent/Guardian)
John Smith (Attorney)
Real Estate Management
Dear [Real Estate Management Company],
I am writing to formally appoint [Attorney’s Name], Esq., of [Law Firm Name], located at [Law Firm Address], as my attorney to represent me in all matters related to the management of my real estate property located at [Property Address].
As the owner of this property, I understand the importance of having legal representation in all matters related to its management, including but not limited to lease negotiations, tenant disputes, maintenance and repairs, and property tax assessments.
I authorize [Attorney’s Name] to act on my behalf in all legal matters related to the management of my property, including communicating with the property management company, representing me in court or in front of any other legal authority, and negotiating any legal settlements.
I understand that [Attorney’s Name] will keep me informed of any developments in this matter and will seek my approval before taking any legal action on my behalf.
This attorney letter is effective immediately and will remain in effect until I revoke it in writing.
Thank you for your attention to this matter.
Sincerely,
[Your Name]
Power Attorney for Minor Child
Dear [Name of Recipient],
I, [Your Full Name], residing at [Your Address], hereby confer power of attorney to [Name of the Authorized Person] of [Authorized Person’s Address], to act as a legal representative on behalf of my minor child, [Child’s Full Name], who was born on [Child’s Date of Birth].
I authorize the authorized person to make all decisions on behalf of my child, including but not limited to educational, financial, medical and legal decisions. The authorized person has full power to enroll my child in school, sign all school-related documents, and make any and all medical decisions concerning my child’s health and wellbeing. The authorized person can also manage any financial accounts held in my child’s name.
This power of attorney for my minor child is effective immediately and will remain in effect until [Date of Expiration], unless revoked in writing by me before that time.
In witness whereof, I have executed this power of attorney for my minor child, and affixed my signature on [Date of Signing].
Sincerely,
[Your Full Name and Signature]
