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The Attorney's Handbook: Information, Checklists, Precedents and Examples for Attorneys, 2nd Edition

The Attorney's Handbook: Information, Checklists, Precedents and Examples for Attorneys, 2nd Edition

Author: Philip Dreadon
Publisher: CCH New Zealand
ISBN: 9781775471790
Published In: July 2017
Format: Paperback + CD-ROM
Jurisdiction: New Zealand ? Disclaimer:
Countri(es) stated herein are used as reference only

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The Attorney’s Handbook is a must-have for accountants, lawyers, business people and those wanting to give powers of attorney to others or those being appointed as attorneys. As well as giving practical guidance and information, this guide includes precedents, checklists and examples for attorneys — all of which are also reproduced on a CD-ROM for easy use and included free with the book.

Topics covered include:

ordinary power of attorney
corporate power of attorney
irrevocable power of attorney
trustee’s power of attorney
enduring power of attorney — property
enduring power of attorney — personal care and welfare
using powers of attorney in land transactions
checklists and precedents.

This second edition incorporates changes arising from amendments to the Protection of Personal and Property Rights Act 1988 introduced in March 2017 and affecting the manner of completion of enduring powers of attorney, standardized explanations, new forms, consultation, medical certification, revocation, joint and several authority and the role of successor attorneys.

Who should read this book

This book provides a ready reference tool for anyone who needs quick, practical answers to questions involving the use of powers of attorney.

Topics covered include:

ordinary power of attorney
corporate power of attorney
irrevocable power of attorney
trustee’s power of attorney
enduring power of attorney — property
enduring power of attorney — personal care and welfare
using powers of attorney in land transactions
checklists and precedents.

Philip Dreadon has extensive experience in private client law with a particular emphasis on property, asset planning, trusts, wills and estates. He has regular involvement with powers of attorney.