Legal Question in Real Estate Law in New Jersey

I would like to sell property in Russia, by giving my relative a power of attorney. What is the best way to do this? 1. To obtain a power of attorney from a local lawyer,which is to be later sent via mail to Russia for further translation and use. 2. Or, to obtain a power of attorney through closest Russian embassy. The thing is that, I am not sure if an Amercian lawyer will be able to assure a document so the document will hold the same legal power in a different country .


Asked on 11/25/12, 3:04 pm

1 Answer from Attorneys
Miriam Jacobson Retired from practice of law

This is not a NJ matter. You will need a lawyer licensed to practice in Russia. Such a lawyer would be able to advise how to do this, including how you would give your relative a power of attorney.

You're correct in thinking that an American lawyer who is not licensed to practice law in Russia would be able to prepare documents.

THIS RESPONSE IS NOT LEGAL ADVICE, SINCE I DO NOT HAVE ALL OF THE INFORMATION THAT WOULD BE REQUIRED, AND I DO NOT HAVE A REPRESENTATION AGREEMENT WITH YOU.

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Answered on 11/25/12, 3:14 pm


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