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Attorney-in-fact at Legal Glossary

What is it? A person named in a written power of attorney document to act on behalf of the person who signs the document, called the principal. The attorney-in-facts power and responsibilities depend on the specific powers granted in the power of attorney document. An attorney-in-fact is an agent of the principal.

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