A Louisiana limited power of attorney is a legal tool that enables a person (the principal) to grant specific authority to another person (the agent) to act on their behalf in certain matters or transactions.
This document is typically used for discrete tasks or when the principal cannot be present to handle affairs themselves, such as paying a bill or temporarily accessing certain records. The scope of the agent’s power is narrowly defined and ends once the designated task is complete, ensuring the principal retains control over broader decisions and actions.
Legal Considerations
Statute – Mandate (§§ 2989 — 3034)
Authority – La. Civ. Code art. 2999 – A person with limited capacity can act as a mandatary for matters within their contracting capability.
Signing Requirements – La. Civ. Code art. 2993 – Witness or notary public.
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