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Limited Power of Attorney

Free limited power of attorney template — authorizes someone to act on your behalf for one specific matter only.

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This free limited power of attorney covers Specific Authority Granted, Limitations, Effective Period, Revocation with 5 clearly marked [placeholder] fields to fill in — built for individuals and small businesses handling a straightforward legal document themselves needing a clear, professional document without commissioning custom legal drafting for a routine situation. Copy it into your own word processor, fill in the placeholders, and review it — or adapt it — before use. It's part of docstoc's free document template library, alongside business, legal, real estate, finance, and HR templates. Every template here is free to copy with no signup required, and each one carries a plain disclaimer: this is a starting point for informational purposes, not a substitute for advice from a licensed professional in your jurisdiction.

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Limited (Special) Power of Attorney

I, [Principal Name], of [Address], appoint [Agent Name], of [Address], as my attorney-in-fact for the following limited purpose only:

Specific Authority Granted

[Describe the SINGLE specific matter — e.g. "to sign closing documents for the sale of the property at [Address] on my behalf" or "to collect my mail while I am traveling from [Date] to [Date]"]

Limitations

This Power of Attorney grants authority ONLY for the specific matter described above. Agent has no authority over any other financial, legal, medical, or personal matters.

Effective Period

This Power of Attorney is effective from [Date] to [Date, or until the specific matter above is completed].

Revocation

I may revoke this Power of Attorney at any time by written notice to the Agent.

Principal: ______________________ Date: ____________ [Notarization block, if required for your specific use — e.g. real estate transactions typically require it]

*Unlike a General Power of Attorney, this document should name the SPECIFIC task explicitly and narrowly — the narrower the scope, the less risk if it's misused. For a broader, ongoing authorization, see docstoc's General Power of Attorney template instead.*

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What's included

Edit online — click the document, fill in placeholders, download a PDF
4 standard sections: Specific Authority Granted, Limitations, Effective Period, Revocation
5 clearly marked [placeholder] fields for quick personalizing
Free to use — no account or signup required
Fully editable — adjust any clause to match your actual situation
Includes a signature block, ready to print or sign digitally
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Who this template is for

Freelancers & solo founders

Handling routine business paperwork without commissioning custom legal drafting for every document.

Small businesses

Standardizing recurring documents — leases, agreements, notices — across a growing operation.

Anyone reviewing before signing

Using a clear starting structure to understand what a document should cover, even if a lawyer finalizes it.

Before involving a lawyer

A solid starting draft to review with counsel, or to use directly for a low-stakes situation.

FAQ

Is this limited power of attorney template really free?

Yes, completely free — view, edit, and download this limited power of attorney as a PDF without creating an account.

What does this limited power of attorney cover?

This legal template includes Specific Authority Granted, Limitations, Effective Period, Revocation. Fill in the [bracketed] placeholders, edit any clause online, then download a PDF — the docstoc.io footer stays on every export.

Is this legal advice?

No. Legal documents are exactly where a generic template is most likely to miss something that matters — the right structure, required disclosures, and even which clauses are enforceable all vary by state and situation. Use this as a starting point for a conversation with a licensed attorney, not a substitute for one.

Can I edit the wording?

Yes — edit directly on the page, adjust any section or clause, and re-fill the 5 placeholder fields to match your situation before downloading a PDF. It's a starting structure, not a rigid script.

Where can I find more free templates like this?

Browse more free legal and related document templates in the docstoc library at /document-templates/.

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