A Tennessee limited power of attorney offers individuals the flexibility to designate someone to manage specific real estate and financial matters on their behalf. The appointed individual (the “agent”) must consistently act in the principal’s best interests.
This document lets the principal customize the agent’s powers by selecting from a predefined list or specifying them personally. The duration of the form’s validity can vary, ranging from a specified period to the completion of a particular objective that the principal determines.
This document may be durable or nondurable, depending on the principal’s preference. A durable LPOA will continue even if the principal becomes incapacitated, while a non-durable LPOA will terminate at that time.
Legal Considerations
Statute – Tennessee Uniform Durable Power of Attorney Act.
Authority – § 34-6-109 – The limited POA will be subject to all provisions of the instrument, including any restrictions the principal implements on the agent’s ability to act.
Signing Requirements – There are no specific statutory signing requirements, but you should consider having a notary public or two witnesses sign it. The principal should always sign.
Related Forms
Motor Vehicle Power of Attorney | Form RV-F1311401
Signing requirements: Notary public (§ 34-6-109).
Real Estate Power of Attorney
Signing requirements: Notary public or two witnesses are recommended.
Minor (Child) Power of Attorney
Signing requirements: Notary public or two witnesses (§ 34-6-302).
