Which document?
These are General Powers of Attorney. They specify certain powers which the Attorney is to have during a certain time period, or until the power is revoked. Do not confuse these with an Enduring Power of Attorney, for use in anticipation of a person becoming unable to handle their own affairs permanently.
When to use:
All these documents have effect once signed (or otherwise, if you say so in the document). Unlike an Enduring Power of Attorney, they are not usually drafted now, for use later.
You can use them for almost any situation – whether you are going to Africa to help prevent conflict diamond mining, flying to the moon, or going deep sea diving. They are useful because of their flexibility – you choose the what, how, where, when and who.
These agreements are suitable for:
These documents include the following provisions:
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names and details of Donor and Attorney;
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reference to the relevant prescribed State legislation;
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examples of what the Attorney might be given the power to do;
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signatures of Donor, Attorney and Witness;
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explanatory notes to guide you.
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