POWERS OF ATTORNEY - Legal Drafting in English

Download Powers of Attorney legal templates in English — general and special POA, irrevocable POA, property, court representation, company use, debt recovery, and sale deed execution formats.

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The Powers of Attorney collection includes 23 comprehensive legal templates covering general, special, and irrevocable POAs for various purposes — property management, sale deed execution, court representation, company authorizations, debt recovery, proxy voting, and revocation. These formats help principals delegate authority legally and clearly define attorney powers. Suitable for use by individuals, businesses, and legal practitioners, they comply with the Indian Contract Act, Registration Act, and relevant property and corporate laws.

All templates are provided for reference and should be reviewed by legal professionals before use.

FAQs

What is a Power of Attorney (POA)?

A Power of Attorney is a legal document where a person (the principal) authorizes another person (the attorney/agent) to act on their behalf for specific or general matters.

Difference between General POA and Special POA?

A General POA grants broad powers to act in various matters, while a Special POA is limited to specific tasks like executing a sale deed or representing in court.

When is an Irrevocable POA used?

When the authority granted cannot be revoked, often tied to consideration or part of a binding contract, such as in secured transactions.

Is registration of POA mandatory?

Registration is mandatory for POAs involving transfer of immovable property, as per the Registration Act, 1908; others may be notarized.

What is a POA for property used for?

It authorizes the attorney to manage, lease, sell, or otherwise deal with the principal’s property.

What is a POA for company use?

A company can issue a POA to an employee or third party to represent it in legal, administrative, or transactional matters.

What is a Proxy Voting POA?

Under the Companies Act, it allows a person to vote at company meetings on behalf of a shareholder.

How to revoke a POA?

By executing a Revocation of Power of Attorney document and notifying the attorney and relevant authorities like registrars.

What is a POA to recover debts?

It empowers the attorney to collect outstanding dues, negotiate settlements, and take necessary legal action.

Who can use these templates?

Individuals, companies, property owners, legal professionals, and organizations needing authorized representation.