Legal Attorney In Fact Document

LEGAL ATTORNEY IN FACT DOCUMENT

This Durable Power of Attorney is executed on Effective Date: by Principal Name: residing at Principal Address: and appointing Agent Name: to act as my attorney in fact under the terms and conditions set forth below.

RECITALS

WHEREAS, Principal desires to grant Agent broad powers to manage, conduct, and perform acts with respect to Principal's property, financial affairs, and personal matters during Principal's incapacity or as otherwise provided herein; and

WHEREAS, Principal intends that this instrument be a durable power of attorney and that the authority conferred on Agent shall not be affected by subsequent disability or incapacity of Principal, except as limited below; and

WHEREAS, Principal selected Agent based on trust in Agent's judgment and requests that third parties rely on Agent's authority as set forth in this instrument.

NOW, THEREFORE

Principal hereby appoints Agent as Principal's true and lawful attorney in fact to act in Principal's name, place and stead, to the full extent permitted by law, subject to the terms and limitations of this instrument.

1. GENERAL GRANT OF AUTHORITY

Agent is authorized to exercise all powers that Principal could exercise with respect to Principal's property and affairs, including but not limited to the specific authorities enumerated in Section 2. The exercise of any power granted herein shall be subject to Agent's fiduciary duties and the limitations in this instrument.

2. SPECIFIC POWERS

Agent may, in Principal's name and on Principal's behalf, do any and all acts necessary or desirable to accomplish the following. The enumeration of particular powers is not exhaustive and shall be construed broadly.

a) Real Property: To purchase, lease, mortgage, convey, manage, repair, insure, and settle claims concerning real property; to execute deeds, leases, and mortgages; and to settle disputes and pay obligations secured by or related to real property.

b) Tangible and Intangible Personal Property: To sell, transfer, exchange, pledge, or otherwise dispose of personal property and securities; to endorse checks and negotiable instruments; to open, maintain, and close accounts; and to exercise rights in connection with investments.

c) Banking Transactions: To access, withdraw, deposit, and transfer funds; to establish and close deposit accounts; to enter safe deposit boxes; and to execute related documents.

d) Tax Matters: To prepare, sign, and file federal, state, and local tax returns, to pay taxes, to claim refunds, and to represent Principal before taxing authorities, including the execution of consents and closing agreements.

e) Benefits and Insurance: To apply for, receive, and manage benefits from governmental or private programs, including Social Security, Medicare, disability, unemployment, and insurance proceeds; to file claims and appeals.

f) Claims and Litigation: To commence, defend, settle, and otherwise handle legal proceedings in Principal's name, including retaining counsel and executing releases.

g) Digital Assets: To access, modify, and control digital accounts and electronic records as necessary to carry out the authority conferred herein.

3. SPECIAL INSTRUCTIONS

4. DURABILITY; EFFECTIVE DATE; TERMINATION

This Power of Attorney is durable. Agent's authority shall not terminate by reason of Principal's subsequent incapacity or disability unless otherwise revoked in writing. This instrument shall become effective on Effective Date: and remain in effect until revoked by Principal in a signed writing or as otherwise provided by law.

5. SUCCESSOR AGENT

If Agent is unable or unwilling to serve, then Successor Agent Name: of Successor Agent Address: is appointed to serve with the same authority as provided to Agent.

6. COMPENSATION; BOND

Agent shall be entitled to reasonable compensation for services rendered and reimbursement for reasonable expenses incurred on Principal's behalf, unless Principal directs otherwise. Principal hereby waives any requirement that Agent post a bond unless a court orders otherwise.

7. THIRD-PARTY RELIANCE; INDEMNIFICATION

Third parties may rely upon a copy of this instrument and the representations of Agent as to any matters regarding the authority granted. Any person or institution that acts in reliance on this instrument shall not be liable to Principal or Principal's estate for permitting Agent to exercise the powers granted herein. To the extent permitted by law, Principal agrees to indemnify and hold harmless any third party who in good faith relies upon this document.

8. REVOCATION

This Power of Attorney may be revoked by Principal at any time by delivering a signed written revocation to Agent or by any other act manifesting an intent to revoke, subject to any rights acquired by third parties in reliance on this instrument prior to actual notice of revocation.

9. NOTICES

Any notice required or permitted under this instrument shall be in writing and shall be deemed delivered when personally delivered or three days after deposit in the United States mail, postage prepaid, directed to the recipient's address as set forth in this document or as later designated in writing.

10. AMENDMENT; WAIVER; COUNTERPARTS

This instrument may be amended or supplemented only by a subsequently executed writing signed by Principal. No waiver of any provision shall be effective unless in writing and signed by the party against whom enforcement is sought. This instrument may be executed in counterparts, each of which shall be deemed an original.

11. GOVERNING LAW; ENTIRE AGREEMENT; SEVERABILITY

This instrument shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the law of the state specified for governing law: . This document contains the entire agreement between the parties with respect to the subject matter hereof. If any provision is held invalid, the remaining provisions shall continue in full force and effect.

12. ACKNOWLEDGMENTS

Principal affirms that Principal has read this instrument, understands its contents, and signs it voluntarily for the purposes expressed. Agent accepts the appointment and agrees to act in accordance with the duties imposed by law and this instrument.

Sign Now