Legal Question in Real Estate Law in Florida
What is the legal process to execute a power of attorney from spouse in third country? Spouse is in jail in santo Domingo , wife needs to sale real estate property in Florida. Does the power of attorney needs to be notarized in the US embassy of that country ?
Asked on 12/05/11, 5:46 am
2 Answers from Attorneys
Joseph Brien
THE PEOPLE'S ADVOCATE
The easiest way to resolve this issue is to have an American Notary go into the Jail; otherwise, you will have to have a local notario complete the paperwork; have the Notario's status in SD certified by the governmental licensing department; and have both translated by a certified translator.
Answered on 12/05/11, 6:34 am
David Slater
David P. Slater, Esq.
Florida title companies have special POA they require. Call one to get the proper form.
Answered on 12/05/11, 10:44 am