A power of attorney is a legal document by which one party (Principal) grants another person or persons (Attorney(s) or Representative(s)) the authority to act on their behalf and in their name.
A special power of attorney is limited to one or more specific acts, for example:
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Sale or purchase of property
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Handling legal matters
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Banking transactions
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Representation before public authorities
When is a translation of a power of attorney required?
A translation is necessary when the document must be used in a country other than the one of origin, for example for:
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Notarial acts abroad
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International property transactions
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Legal or judicial proceedings
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Delegation for international representation
