Who can write a power of attorney?

Question

Does a lawyer have to write a general power of attorney or can an individual write one and have witnesses etc? Does it have to be notarized?

Answer 1

From a lawyer.  Nope, anyone can do it.  Find a good form, get it signed, witnesses and have it notarized.  Two witnesses are fine.  Some states require three witnesses for wills, but not power of attorneys.

Answer 2

Depends on what precisely is meant by power of attorney http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Power_of_at... the nature of and the purpose for which it's intended and the jurisdiction of the parties at issue. Different places have different requirements at you can see from helpful wikipedia.

Answer 3

Anyone. The Law library is your best friend. All the forms & examples are right at your finger tip.Yes, it will have to be notarized.