General Power of Attorney (VIC)
A Power of Attorney can be used to give an attorney the authority to act on your behalf and manage your affairs.
Last updated January 15, 2025
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The Legal Risk Score of a General Power of Attorney (VIC) Template is Medium
Our legal team have marked this document as medium risk considering:
- It delegates important decisions away from the principal.
- It places a high liability risk on the attorney.
- There are specific execution and drafting requirements, with little room for error when completing the document.
Articles about General Power of Attorney (VIC)
Difference Between a General and Enduring Power of Attorney (2025 Update)
The difference between General & Enduring POAs is that the latter can still make decisions for you after you've lost the capacity. Read why.
How Do I Appoint a Power of Attorney? (2025 Update)
You can appoint a Power of Attorney (PoA) by completing a form, signing it and having it witnessed. Find out more here.
What Does Power of Attorney Mean? (2025 Update)
Are you concerned about your interests if you lose capacity? Learn how to protect your interests through a Power of Attorney here.
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A Power of Attorney can also be appointed to help manage the affairs of a company. Find out how a Company Power of Attorney works here.
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As a general rule, signing on someone else's behalf is legal so long as you are authorised to sign for them. Find out more here.
How To Revoke a Power of Attorney
There may be times when you wish to revoke an appointed Power of Attorney (POA). Find out how revoke a Power of Attorney here.
Who Can Witness a Power of Attorney Document?
Different Australian States and Territories have different requirements when it comes to witnessing a Power of Attorney (POA). Find out what they are here.
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