A power of attorney can allow another person to act on your behalf in Ukraine when you cannot be there yourself. Depending on its wording, the authority may concern documents, property, contracts, financial matters or other important interests. Ukraine Counsel provides power of attorney review for foreign clients who want to understand exactly what authority they are granting and whether the document reflects the purpose for which it is intended.
The scope of a power of attorney depends on the authority given in the document.
There is a significant difference between authorizing someone to collect a document and giving them authority to sign contracts, deal with property or manage financial interests on your behalf.
Our review can examine:
who grants the authority,
who receives it,
the specific powers provided,
limitations and restrictions,
authority concerning property,
financial powers,
signing authority,
duration of the document,
termination or revocation,
other provisions relevant to its intended use.
Foreign clients may need a representative because they live abroad or cannot personally attend a Ukrainian transaction or procedure. The representative may be expected to handle property, documents, business matters, legal procedures or another specific task. Before granting authority, it is important to ensure that the document gives the representative enough power to accomplish the intended purpose without unnecessarily expanding their authority.
Additional care is appropriate when a power of attorney involves valuable assets. Authority relating to an apartment, land, money, contracts or other significant interests should be considered carefully. A document prepared for a limited task should not necessarily give the representative broad control over unrelated matters.
You may also need a review after a power of attorney has already been issued. For example, you may want to know whether a representative has authority to perform a particular action, whether the document remains applicable or what legal considerations arise if you no longer want that person to act for you. The answer depends on the actual wording and circumstances.
You can provide the document and explain what you expect the representative to do. We can then assess the relevant legal issues and identify provisions that may require clarification. Before giving someone authority to act for you in Ukraine, make sure you understand the powers being granted.
You explain the situation and what you need to establish.
We determine what can legally be checked, reviewed or investigated.
Relevant documents, information and legal sources are assessed.
We explain what has been established, what remains uncertain and what issues require attention.
Where appropriate, we advise you on the available legal options.
Ukraine Counsel works within applicable Ukrainian law. We do not obtain confidential information through hacking, unauthorized access, impersonation or other unlawful methods.
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