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A New York revocation of power of attorney form can be used to terminate a power of attorney granted to another to act on your behalf. A revocation form may be used to cancel any POA that you may have granted in the past.

By far, the most common power of attorney in New York law is a ?durable power of attorney.? This means the power of attorney is effective the day you sign it, but that power continues even if you become incapacitated.

You are not required to file your power of attorney unless you are using it for a real estate transaction. Real Property Law §421. You can also file a copy with the County Clerk's Office if you would like to be sure you can obtain copies if needed. Remember, your power of attorney cannot help you if it cannot be found.

The POA cannot transfer the responsibility to another Agent at any time. The POA cannot make any legal or financial decisions after the death of the Principal, at which point the Executor of the Estate would take over. The POA cannot distribute inheritances or transfer assets after the death of the Principal.

Ends with Your Death ? In the event of your death, a durable power of attorney will no longer be valid. This document is not a replacement for the last will and testament or trust. It Can be Revoked or Not Honored at Any Time ? Due to the lack of court oversight, not everyone honors a durable power of attorney.

The gift rule provides that no public servant may accept a valuable gift (i.e. one worth $50 or more) from a person or firm doing business with the City. Accepting two or more gifts totaling $50 or more that are given by the same person or firm within a twelve-month period also violates the gift rule.