LA Notary Mandate (Powers of Attorney) and Representation 2

Question 1

Under Louisiana Civil Code, what is a mandate?

Accepted Answer

A contract by which a person confers authority on another to transact affairs on the principal's behalf

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A court order requiring specific action

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A legislative directive

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A notarial certificate

Question 2

What is the difference between a general mandate and a special mandate in Louisiana law?

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A general mandate covers all affairs; a special mandate covers specific transactions

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A general mandate requires notarization; a special mandate does not

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There is no legal distinction

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A general mandate is oral; a special mandate is written

Question 3

Under Louisiana law, when does a mandate terminate?

Accepted Answer

Upon death or interdiction of either party, revocation by the principal, renunciation by the mandatary, or expiration of the term

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Only when the mandatary completes the assigned task

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Only by court order

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A mandate never terminates once created

Question 4

What is a procuration in Louisiana notarial practice?

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A written power of attorney authorizing someone to act on another's behalf

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A criminal prosecution

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A court filing

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A type of insurance policy

Question 5

Can a mandatary appoint a substitute (sub-mandatary) in Louisiana?

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Yes, unless the principal has expressly prohibited substitution

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Never, the mandatary must always act personally

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Only with prior court approval

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Only if the mandate is in authentic act form

Question 6

What special requirements apply to a mandate for the donation of immovable property in Louisiana?

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The mandate must expressly authorize the donation and must be in authentic act form

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No special requirements beyond a standard mandate

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A verbal mandate is sufficient

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Only a general mandate is needed