If someone who was appointed as power of attorney merely signs a 1 page statement relinquishing their rights, is that considered legal?
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If someone who was appointed as power of attorney merely signs a 1 page statement relinquishing their rights, is that considered legal?
Doesn’t that statement require a witness or a notarized signature? They were not court appointed.
Asked on July 10, 2014 under Estate Planning, Pennsylvania
Answers:
M.T.G., Member, New York Bar / FreeAdvice Contributing Attorney
Answered 9 years ago | Contributor
Generally speaking, it is legal. The Attorney in Fact (the one who is the POA) must notify the Principal (the one who appointed them POA) in writing that they wish to resign. If the POA was filed then the writing must also be fined and in the same place. Good luck.
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