Wisconsin Durable Power of Attorney Form

A Wisconsin durable power of attorney is used by an individual to grant authority to an agent to represent them in the management of their finances. The person creating the document may assign a broad scope of power or choose to limit the agent to a few specific tasks. A durable power of attorney continues even if the principal is incapacitated.

Wisconsin Durable Power of Attorney Form

Last updated September 1st, 2025

A Wisconsin durable power of attorney is used by an individual to grant authority to an agent to represent them in the management of their finances. The person creating the document may assign a broad scope of power or choose to limit the agent to a few specific tasks. A durable power of attorney continues even if the principal is incapacitated.

Signing Requirements

The principal must sign this durable power of attorney, and the signature must be either acknowledged before a notary public or witnessed by two remote witnesses.[1]

Legal Definition

“Durable power of attorney” means a power of attorney that is not terminated by the principal’s incapacity.[2]