Oregon Power of Attorney PDF
Oregon at a glance: Governing Law: Or. Rev. Stat. § 127.005 et seq. (UPOAA) · Notarization: Required · Witnesses: Not statutorily required
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Powers of Attorney in Oregon
Oregon has adopted the Uniform Power of Attorney Act, codified in the Oregon Revised Statutes. A financial POA must be notarized to be valid and is durable by default.
A separate advance directive is required for medical decisions in Oregon.
Oregon Power of Attorney — Quick Reference
| Requirement | Oregon Rule |
|---|---|
| Governing Law | Or. Rev. Stat. § 127.005 et seq. (UPOAA) |
| Notarization | Required |
| Witnesses | Not statutorily required |
| Default Durability | Durable by default |
| Medical Decisions | Separate advance directive required |
Oregon Legal Requirements
- Must be signed by the principal and acknowledged before a notary public.
- Durable by default under Oregon's Uniform Power of Attorney Act.
- Agent has fiduciary duties to act in the principal's best interest.
- A separate advance directive is needed for medical decisions.
Oregon Governing Laws
Read the full text of these laws at Cornell Law School's Oregon legal resources or your state legislature's official website.