Illinois Co-Agent's Certification And Acceptance Of Authority
About this form
The Co-Agent's Certification and Acceptance of Authority is a legal document used by a successor agent who has been appointed in a power of attorney. This form enables the successor agent to take over the responsibilities from the previous agent who may be unavailable due to various reasons. This certification ensures that the successor agent can lawfully act on behalf of the principal without interruption of authority.
Key components of this form
- Certification of true copy of the power of attorney.
- Statement of the principal's capacity and status.
- Identification of the unavailable agent and the reason for unavailability.
- A declaration that prompt action is required to protect the principal's interests.
- Agent's acceptance of appointment under the power of attorney.
- Date and signature of the agent.
When to use this document
This form should be used when the original agent named in the power of attorney is no longer able to fulfill their duties, whether due to death, resignation, illness, or other temporary incapacity. It is essential when immediate action is necessary to ensure the principalâs financial and legal interests are protected and managed effectively.
Who this form is for
- Successor agents who need to assume responsibilities from the previous agent.
- Individuals listed in a power of attorney who may have to act when the initial agent is unavailable.
- Legal representatives managing the affairs of a principal who has designated multiple agents.
Instructions for completing this form
- Identify the principal's name in the designated field.
- Verify and certify the authenticity of the attached power of attorney document.
- State the name of the previous agent and specify their reason for unavailability.
- Certification that the principal is alive and the power of attorney remains effective.
- Sign and date the form, providing all required identifying information.
Notarization requirements for this form
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Avoid these common issues
- Failing to include the agent's contact information.
- Not accurately specifying the previous agentâs reason for unavailability.
- Leaving out the date of signature, rendering the document incomplete.
- Not attaching the original power of attorney document that is being certified.
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After the principal's name, write by and then sign your own name. Under or after the signature line, indicate your status as POA by including any of the following identifiers: as POA, as Agent, as Attorney in Fact or as Power of Attorney.
After the principal's name, write by and then sign your own name. Under or after the signature line, indicate your status as POA by including any of the following identifiers: as POA, as Agent, as Attorney in Fact or as Power of Attorney.
Signature Requirements In all states, the principal must sign the document and have it notarized. Some states also mandate two witnesses to the signature. As of 2018, some 23 states have adopted the Uniform Power of Attorney Act, which requires neither witnesses nor the agent's signature.
The person you give the power of attorney to is the agent and you are the principal. The agent is usually a spouse, a close friend, or a trusted relative. The document does not have to be notarized.
It is governed by the Illinois Power of Attorney Act.He or she must also act in accordance with the law and with the directions in this form. Your agent must keep a record of all receipts, disbursements, and significant actions taken as your agent.
1A designation of an agent and a written description of their powers.2A properly signed power of attorney document (signed by the principal)3A properly witnessed and signed power of attorney document (by an individual at least 18 years old)All About the Illinois Power of Attorney Act - M&A Law Firm\nmalawillinois.com > lawyer > 2019/07/30 > Estate-Planning > All-About-th...
The person you give the power of attorney to is the agent and you are the principal. The agent is usually a spouse, a close friend, or a trusted relative. The document does not have to be notarized.
Most states do not require a POA to be in writing in order to be effective, except in specific cases established by statute.As a result, most POAs can be executed electronically with or without authorization under the eCommerce laws, since there is no writing or signature requirement to begin with.
The Illinois POA document must list the: full contact information and signature of the principal. name of the agent(s) The power of attorney document must be signed by a notary public. Two witnesses must be present when notarizing and signing a power of attorney form.
