An enabling clause is a provision in most new laws or statutes that gives appropriate officials the power to implement and enforce the law.
Express authority refers to the clear and unequivocal powers granted to an agent by a principal, either orally or in writing, allowing the agent to act on behalf of the principal in specific matters.
A General Power of Attorney grants broad authority to a designated individual, known as the attorney-in-fact or agent, to act on behalf of the principal in all matters.
Jurisdiction refers to the power, right, or authority to interpret and apply laws or decisions in specific legal matters, often determined by geography, type of legal issue, or specific court mandates.
A Massachusetts Trust is a business trust that confers limited liability on the holders of trust certificates, also known as a common law trust. This is a voluntary association of investors who transfer contributed cash or other property to trustees with legal authority to manage the business.
A Power of Attorney (POA) is a legal document that allows an individual, known as the principal, to designate another person, called the agent or attorney-in-fact, to make decisions and act on their behalf in specified matters.
A power of appointment is a legal authority granted to an individual (the appointor) allowing them to designate who will receive certain property or interests, typically within the contexts of trusts and estates.
Revocation refers to the withdrawal or cancellation of an authority, offer, or instrument that was previously effective. It impacts the offeree's power of acceptance and has legal implications in various contexts, such as contracts, wills, and licenses.
Testamentary Powers of Appointment refer to the legal authority granted to an individual through a will to designate who will receive certain property or interests upon their death.
Ultra vires is a Latin term meaning 'beyond the powers,' used to denote actions taken by officials or corporations that exceed the authority granted to them by law or constitutive documents.
A Writ is a legal order issued by the authority and in the name of the state to compel a person to do something specified. It is issued by a court or other competent tribunal and contains specific instructions for action.
