Practical Law UK Glossary 0-107-7022 (Approx. 5 pages)
Glossary
Power of attorney
A special form of agency by which a person gives another the power to act on their behalf and in their name. The person giving the power is usually referred to as the donor, principal or grantor. The person on whom the power is conferred is typically referred to as the attorney, donee or grantee.
There are three main types of power of attorney, namely: