New York Power of Attorney Forms (10)

A New York power of attorney is an instrument that grants authority to a third party to handle personal and financial affairs for another individual. The document is executed by a “principal” who will select an “agent” or “attorney-in-fact” to represent them in matters such as health care decisions, real estate management, motor vehicle registration, tax filing, and childcare.

New York Power of Attorney Forms (10)

Last updated May 13th, 2025

A New York power of attorney is an instrument that grants authority to a third party to handle personal and financial affairs for another individual. The document is executed by a “principal” who will select an “agent” or “attorney-in-fact” to represent them in matters such as health care decisions, real estate management, motor vehicle registration, tax filing, and childcare.

By Type (10)

Advance Directive – Allows an individual to select a health care proxy and specify treatment preferences in the event they are unable to communicate their needs.

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Durable Power of Attorney – Allows an agent to make financial decisions for the principal. The authority will not be revoked if the individual becomes incapacitated.

 

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General (non-durable) Power of Attorney – Appoints an agent to handle the financial interests of the principal up until they become incapacitated.

 

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Limited Power of Attorney – Individuals use this to select an agent and give them authority to complete specific duties.

 

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Living Will – This allows an individual to establish their health care wishes for end-of-life scenarios.

 

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Medical Power of Attorney – A document that appoints an agent to make health care choices for the principal once incapacitated.

 

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Motor Vehicle (DMV) Power of Attorney – Enables an agent to handle vehicle-related transactions such as registration, transfer of title, and transfer of ownership.

 

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Minor (Child) Power of Attorney – Grants parental rights to an agent for a temporary period.

 

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Real Estate Power of Attorney – Property owners may use this document to authorize another party to perform real estate transactions on their behalf.

 

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Tax (POA-1) Power of Attorney – For taxpayers who wish to have another party file their taxes and receive correspondence.

 

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