Legal Question in Wills and Trusts in Georgia

Power of Attorney

Does a lawyer have to sign a power of attorney for it to be a legal document in Georgia.


Asked on 7/21/07, 7:59 pm

2 Answers from Attorneys
Charles W. Field Charles W. Field, Attorney at Law

Re: Power of Attorney

No. The POA only requires the signature of the person giving it. However, if it is to be used in conjunction with a real estate transaction, it will probably need to be witnessed and notarized.

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Answered on 7/23/07, 5:04 pm
Glen Ashman Ashman Law Office also dba Glen Ashman Attorney

Re: Power of Attorney

Lawyers do not sign powers of attorney but you need one to prepare one.

Some POAs have special rules for witnessing, since they address land or may address land, and those require two witnesses, one of whom is a notary.

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Answered on 7/21/07, 8:05 pm


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