A Wisconsin Power of Attorney is a legal form that gives another person, called an “agent” or “attorney-in-fact,” the authority to act on your behalf in specific personal, financial, or medical affairs. You (the principal) have the right to limit your agent’s authority as you choose and leave specific instructions they must follow.
Laws & Requirements
Statute: Chapter 244 of the Wisconsin Statutes.
Signing Requirements § 244.05: Notary public.
By Type
General/Financial Power of Attorney
Nominate a third party (agent) to take care of your business and financial affairs.
Signing Requirements: Notary public (§ 244.05).
Medical Power of Attorney
Use so your medical wishes become legally enforceable if you become incapacitated.
Signing Requirements: Two witnesses (§ 244.05).
Durable Power of Attorney
An agent may continue to act on behalf of a principal who becomes incapacitated.
Signing Requirements: Notary public (§ 244.05).
Real Estate Power of Attorney
Entrust someone to handle decisions relating to your property.
Signing Requirements: Notary public.
Minor (Child) Power of Attorney
Delegate an attorney-in-fact to make decisions on your child's behalf.
Signing Requirements: Notary public and one optional witness.
Vehicle Power of Attorney
Lets you delegate someone to represent your interests regarding your vehicle.
Signing Requirements: Notary public.
Wisconsin Tax Power of Attorney | Form A-222
Nominate a representative to handle your taxes in your absence.
Signing Requirements: Taxpayer only.