Glossary for Powers of Attorney

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attorney: A person legally appointed or empowered to act on behalf of another.

committee: One or more people appointed by the court to look after your legal and financial affairs in the event that you become mentally incompetent.

Enduring Power of Attorney: A legal document that enables the adult to appoint another person(s) to manage the adult’s financial affairs and property while capable and continues if the adult becomes mentally incapable.

General Power of Attorney: Covers all financial and legal affairs.

notarized: When a notary or lawyer certify or attest to the validity of a signature on a document.

notary public: A public official who is legally authorized to administer oaths, attest and certify certain documents.

Notice of Resignation: A signed and dated statement written by the attorney to resign as appointed attorney.

Notice of Revocation: A signed and dated statement given to your attorney(s) indicating you are ending the authority granted to them under the power of attorney.

Public Guardian and Trustee: Operates under provincial law to protect and provide support for financial and personal decision making where there is no one else able to do so.

representation agreements: A legal document to authorize someone to assist you or to act on your behalf for health care and personal care matters.

Specific Power of Attorney: A more detailed legal document outlining the specific duties for which the power of attorney is granted.

This information applies to British Columbia, Canada. Last reviewed for legal accuracy by People's Law School, 2014.

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Preparing a Power of Attorney	Why consider a power of attorney · You need to be “mentally capable” to sign a power of attorney · Choosing your attorney · The attorney’s powers and responsibilities · Preparing the power of attorney

Enduring Power of Attorney	Why consider an enduring power of attorney · Preparing an enduring power of attorney

Ending a Power of Attorney	You can cancel your power of attorney · Your attorney can quit · A new power of attorney doesn’t automatically cancel the old one · If someone misuses your power of attorney

Common Questions	Is a power of attorney made in one province okay in another? · If I prepared a power of attorney ten years ago, is it still good?

Resources	Where to Get Help · Glossary

About	About Power of Attorney · More from People's Law School

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