General, Enduring and overseas Powers of Attorney notarised by Hugh Phelan, Solicitor & Notary Public in Douglas, Cork. Accepted in Ireland and internationally.
📞 Call 021-489-7134A Power of Attorney (POA) is a legal document that authorises one person (the "attorney") to act on behalf of another (the "donor") in legal, financial or other matters. When a POA is to be used abroad or in certain formal legal contexts, it must first be notarised by a Notary Public to confirm the authenticity of the signatures involved.
Hugh Phelan, Solicitor & Notary Public in Douglas, Cork, regularly notarises Powers of Attorney for use in countries including the USA, Australia, Spain, France, UAE and throughout Europe and beyond.
As both a Solicitor and a Notary Public, Hugh is uniquely placed to advise on the content of the POA as well as notarise it — ensuring the document will be accepted by the relevant foreign authorities or institutions.
Authorises the attorney to act in all legal and financial matters for the donor. Commonly used for property transactions, banking, and business matters.
Remains in force if the donor becomes mentally incapacitated. Registered with the Circuit Court. Important for forward planning and elder care.
Drafted and notarised specifically for use in a foreign jurisdiction. May also require apostille. Hugh advises on requirements for the specific destination country.
Call or email Hugh Phelan's office in Douglas, Cork to discuss your Power of Attorney requirements.