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.
By Type
Durable (Financial)
An agent may continue to act on behalf of a principal who becomes incapacitated.
Signing Requirements: Notary public (§ 244.05).
Medical
Use so your medical wishes become legally enforceable if you become incapacitated.
Signing Requirements: Two witnesses (§ 244.05).
Limited (Special)
Use for a very specific purpose, such as for real estate or property transactions.
Signing Requirements: Notary public (§ 244.05).
Non-Durable (General)
Nominate a third party (agent) to take care of your business and financial affairs.
Signing Requirements: Notary public (§ 244.05).
Springing
Comes in effect at a future time and only when a specific event occurs, such as the incapacitation of the principal.
Signing Requirements: Notary public.
Vehicle
Lets you delegate someone to represent your interests regarding your vehicle.
Signing Requirements: Notary public.
Real Estate
Entrust someone to handle decisions relating to your property.
Signing Requirements: Notary public.
Tax (Form A-222)
Nominate a representative to handle your taxes in your absence.
Signing Requirements: Taxpayer only.
Minor (Child)
Delegate an attorney-in-fact to make decisions on your child's behalf.
Signing Requirements: Notary public and one optional witness.
