Special power of attorney
Term · Law · MLC-T-LAW-004615
A legal document that grants an agent the authority to act on behalf of the principal for a specific, limited purpose or for a defined period. This contrasts with a general power of attorney, which confers broad authority. For example, it might authorize an agent to sell a particular piece of property or manage a specific financial transaction.
| Identifier | MLC-T-LAW-004615 |
|---|---|
| Field | Law |
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