Ordinary Power of Attorney
This is a general document that grants an attorney the authority to act on behalf of the principal in a wide range of matters.
Free Ordinary Power of Attorney Template
Use this free template as a starting point. Copy and customise it to suit your needs. Note: this grants general powers and is only valid while you have mental capacity.
ORDINARY POWER OF ATTORNEY
Date: [Date]
I, [Your full name], of [Your address], born on [Date of birth],
APPOINT [Attorney's full name], of [Attorney's address],
as my attorney to act on my behalf in the matters specified below.
1. Powers Granted
I grant my attorney the authority to:
- Manage my bank accounts and financial affairs
- Pay bills and manage debts on my behalf
- Buy, sell, or manage property on my behalf
- Deal with my tax affairs
- Sign documents on my behalf
- [ ] [Other specific powers]
2. Limitations
My attorney may NOT:
- [Sell my primary residence without my written consent]
- [Make gifts exceeding [Amount]]
- [Other limitations]
3. Duration
This power of attorney:
- Takes effect immediately
- Takes effect on [Date]
- Takes effect upon [specific event]
And remains in force until:
- I revoke it in writing
- [ ] [Specific date or event]
- I lose mental capacity (at which point it ceases to be valid)
4. Substitute Attorney (optional)
If my appointed attorney is unable or unwilling to act, I appoint [Name], of [Address], as substitute attorney.
5. Declaration
I understand that this power of attorney is only valid while I have mental capacity to make my own decisions. If I lose capacity, this power of attorney will no longer be effective.
IN WITNESS WHEREOF I have signed this document on the date first written above.
Donor: Signature: _ Name: [Your name] Date: [Date]
Witness: Signature: _ Name: [Name] Address: [Address] Date: [Date]
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