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Free Revocation of Power of Attorney Template
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REVOCATION OF POWER OF ATTORNEY
Complete Revocation · State Of Oregon
General Power of Attorney — March 15, 2022
Effective: Immediately
PRINCIPAL (REVOKING PARTY)
Margaret Anne Williams
2200 Birch Lane, Portland, OR 97201, DOB: November 3, 1962
By: (503) 555-0178, margaret.williams@email.com
AGENT (AUTHORITY REVOKED)
Richard Paul Williams
450 Riverside Drive, Portland, OR 97205
I, Margaret Anne Williams, of 2200 Birch Lane, Portland, OR 97201, do hereby give notice of the revocation of the General Power of Attorney executed on March 15, 2022, wherein I appointed Richard Paul Williams of 450 Riverside Drive, Portland, OR 97205 as my attorney-in-fact.
The original Power of Attorney was recorded as follows: Recorded in Multnomah County, OR, Book 1234, Page 567, Instrument #2022-001234.
The original Power of Attorney was recorded as follows: Recorded in Multnomah County, OR, Book 1234, Page 567, Instrument #2022-001234.
1.
REVOCATION
I hereby revoke, rescind, and terminate in its entirety the above-referenced General Power of Attorney and all authority, rights, and powers granted thereunder to Richard Paul Williams. This revocation is made pursuant to Section 110 of the Uniform Power of Attorney Act and the corresponding state statutes governing termination of a power of attorney, including Cal. Prob. Code § 4151, N.Y. Gen. Oblig. Law § 5-1511, Fla. Stat. § 709.2110, and Tex. Est. Code § 751.151 et seq. This revocation is effective immediately upon execution of this document.
2.
REASON FOR REVOCATION
This Power of Attorney is being revoked because the authority granted is no longer necessary or required.
3.
DEMAND TO CEASE ACTIONS
Upon receipt of this Revocation (notice sent or to be sent on January 10, 2025), Richard Paul Williams shall immediately cease exercising any and all authority previously granted under the General Power of Attorney. The former Agent shall return all original documents, property, records, accounts, keys, and any other items held pursuant to the Power of Attorney to the Principal within ten (10) business days of receiving this notice.
The former Agent shall provide a final accounting of all transactions conducted on behalf of the Principal within thirty (30) days of this revocation.
The former Agent shall provide a final accounting of all transactions conducted on behalf of the Principal within thirty (30) days of this revocation.
4.
NOTICE TO THIRD PARTIES
The Principal shall deliver a copy of this Revocation to the former Agent and to all third parties who may have relied upon the original Power of Attorney. Any third party receiving this notice is hereby put on notice that the General Power of Attorney has been completely revoked.
The Principal acknowledges that, under Sections 119 and 120 of the Uniform Power of Attorney Act and analogous state protections (including Cal. Prob. Code § 4303), a third party who accepts the original Power of Attorney in good faith and without actual knowledge of its revocation is generally protected from liability for transactions made in reliance upon it. Accordingly, this Revocation will not be effective against a particular third party until that third party has received actual notice of the revocation.
Third Parties to Be Notified:
Wells Fargo Bank, N.A. (Account #XXXX-1234)
First American Title Company
Multnomah County Recorder's Office
Because the original Power of Attorney was recorded, and the Statute of Frauds and state recording statutes generally require a recorded instrument to convey an interest in real property, this Revocation shall be recorded in Multnomah County, Oregon to provide constructive notice to third parties dealing with such real property.
The Principal acknowledges that, under Sections 119 and 120 of the Uniform Power of Attorney Act and analogous state protections (including Cal. Prob. Code § 4303), a third party who accepts the original Power of Attorney in good faith and without actual knowledge of its revocation is generally protected from liability for transactions made in reliance upon it. Accordingly, this Revocation will not be effective against a particular third party until that third party has received actual notice of the revocation.
Third Parties to Be Notified:
Wells Fargo Bank, N.A. (Account #XXXX-1234)
First American Title Company
Multnomah County Recorder's Office
Because the original Power of Attorney was recorded, and the Statute of Frauds and state recording statutes generally require a recorded instrument to convey an interest in real property, this Revocation shall be recorded in Multnomah County, Oregon to provide constructive notice to third parties dealing with such real property.
5.
SEPARATE FEDERAL AUTHORITIES
The Principal understands that certain federal authorities granted to the Agent are not terminated by a state-law revocation and must be revoked separately: (a) any IRS Form 2848 (Power of Attorney and Declaration of Representative) must be revoked in accordance with IRS Publication 947 and 26 C.F.R. § 601.503, by writing “REVOKE” across a copy of the Form 2848 or filing a written statement of revocation with the IRS; and (b) any Social Security representative-payee appointment is governed by the Social Security Administration under 20 C.F.R. § 416.601 et seq. and must be revoked by separate notice to the SSA. Where applicable, the Principal will undertake such separate revocations.
6.
GOVERNING LAW
This Revocation shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of the State of Oregon, including the state’s adoption of or analog to the Uniform Power of Attorney Act.
IN WITNESS WHEREOF, I have executed this Revocation of Power of Attorney on the date set forth below, intending it to be effective immediately.
PRINCIPAL
Margaret Anne Williams
Date: ____________________
WITNESS 1
Date: ____________________
WITNESS 2
Date: ____________________
NOTARY ACKNOWLEDGMENT
State of ________________________, County of ________________________
On this ______ day of ________________________, 20______, before me personally appeared Margaret Anne Williams, known to me (or satisfactorily proven) to be the person whose name is subscribed to the within instrument, and acknowledged that they executed the same for the purposes therein contained.
On this ______ day of ________________________, 20______, before me personally appeared Margaret Anne Williams, known to me (or satisfactorily proven) to be the person whose name is subscribed to the within instrument, and acknowledged that they executed the same for the purposes therein contained.
Notary Public Signature
My commission expires: ___________________________
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What Is a Revocation of Power of Attorney?
A revocation of power of attorney is a formal legal document used throughout the United States by a principal to cancel or withdraw authority previously granted to an agent (also called an attorney-in-fact). Once properly executed and delivered, the revocation terminates the agent's legal right to act on the principal's behalf under American law.
Revocations are used across a range of situations. You may need one when changing agents, when the original purpose of the POA has been fulfilled, when a relationship with the agent has changed, or simply because you want to handle your own affairs again. A revocation applies to any type of POA, including general, durable, healthcare, and limited or special powers of attorney.
In the United States, a principal with mental capacity can revoke a power of attorney at any time. However, for the revocation to be effective against U.S. third parties such as banks or healthcare providers, written notice must be delivered to the former agent and to any institutions that were relying on the original POA. Many American states also recommend or require notarization.
What's Covered in This Template
Doxuno's revocation template covers every element required for a valid POA revocation in all 50 US states, with options for full or partial revocation.
Principal Identification
Agent Identification
Original POA Reference
Full Revocation
Partial Revocation
Successor Agent Clause
Notice Requirements
Third-Party Notification List
Notarization Block
Witness Lines
Effective Date
Recording Instructions
How to Create Your Revocation of Power of Attorney
Doxuno's template guides you through every required section. No legal background needed.
- 1
Identify the original power of attorney
Enter the date the original POA was executed and the type being revoked, such as general, durable, healthcare, or financial. If the original was recorded with a county recorder's office, include the recording reference number.
- 2
Enter the principal's information
Provide your full legal name, address, and contact information. You are the principal, the person who originally granted the POA and is now revoking it. Use the same name that appears on the original document.
- 3
Enter the agent's information
Provide the full legal name and address of the agent (attorney-in-fact) whose authority you are revoking. If there are named successor agents in the original POA, indicate whether their authority is also being terminated.
- 4
Choose full or partial revocation
Select full revocation to cancel all powers, or partial revocation to terminate only specific authorities. If revoking partially, describe which powers are revoked and which remain active in the space provided.
- 5
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Include witness and notary fields as needed for your state. Many states require or recommend notarization for POA revocations, especially if the original was notarized. Download your completed revocation as a professional PDF, ready for signing.
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Legal Considerations for US Power of Attorney Revocations
While a U.S. principal can revoke a power of attorney at any time, certain steps must be followed for the American revocation to be legally effective and enforceable against third parties.
This template is provided for informational purposes and does not constitute legal advice. If the original POA involves significant assets, healthcare decisions, or real property, consult a licensed attorney in your state.
Reviewed by legal professionals. The content on this page and the template clauses have been reviewed by licensed attorneys in the United States to ensure accuracy and legal soundness for standard POA revocation situations.
Delivery and Notice Requirements
A U.S. revocation is not effective until the agent has received actual notice. Written delivery via certified mail with return receipt requested is the standard American method. You should also notify any third parties, such as banks, brokerage firms, healthcare providers, and government agencies, that may have been relying on the original POA.
Notarization Requirements
While not universally required, notarization is strongly recommended and is required in some U.S. states, particularly if the original POA was notarized or recorded with a county recorder's office. American financial institutions frequently require a notarized revocation before they will stop honoring the original POA.
Durable Power of Attorney Considerations
A durable POA remains valid even if the principal becomes incapacitated. However, the principal can revoke it at any time while still mentally competent. If the principal has already lost capacity, only a court-appointed guardian or conservator can override the agent's authority, which requires a formal court proceeding.
Recording Requirements for Real Property
If the original U.S. POA was recorded with a county recorder's office (common when the American POA covers real estate transactions), the revocation should also be recorded with the same office. This puts future buyers and title companies on notice that the agent no longer has authority to act regarding the property.
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