DRAFT GENERAL POWER OF ATTORNEY (PROPERTY MATTERS)

GENERAL POWER OF ATTORNEY (PROPERTY MATTERS)

This Deed of General Power of Attorney is made on this ___ day of ____, 20, at __________ (City), Pakistan.

BETWEEN:
[Your Full Name], son of [Father’s Name], adult, holder of CNIC No. __________, resident of [Your Full Address] (hereinafter referred to as the "Principal");

AND
[Brother’s Full Name], son of [Father’s Name], adult, holder of CNIC No. __________, resident of [Brother’s Address] (hereinafter referred to as the "Attorney").

1. APPOINTMENT

The Principal hereby appoints the Attorney as his true and lawful attorney-in-fact (Mukhtar-e-Aam) to act on his behalf for all matters related to the Principal’s immovable properties in Pakistan.

2. POWERS GRANTED

The Attorney shall have the general authority to:

• Buy, sell, lease, mortgage, gift, or transfer any immovable property owned by the Principal.

• Sign sale deeds, agreements, and mutation documents before the Revenue Office/Sub-Registrar.

• Represent the Principal before all government authorities (e.g., Revenue Department, Municipal Corporation).

• Litigate or defend property-related cases in courts/tribunals.

• Collect rent, profits, or dues from the properties.

3. SPECIAL CONDITIONS (BROTHER-TO-BROTHER TRUST CLAUSE)

• The Attorney shall act in the best interest of the Principal.

• The Principal reserves the right to revoke this GPA anytime by written notice.

• The Attorney cannot use this GPA for personal financial gain unless explicitly authorized.

4. DURATION & REVOCATION

• This GPA shall remain valid until explicitly revoked in writing by the Principal.

• Revocation must be notarized and registered (if the original GPA was registered).

5. GOVERNING LAW

This deed shall be governed by the Contract Act 1872, Registration Act 1908, and relevant Pakistani laws.

WITNESSES

1. Name: _________, CNIC: _________, Address: _________, Signature: _________

2. Name: _________, CNIC: _________, Address: _________, Signature: _________

NOTARIZATION

Signed and notarized before me on this ___ day of ____, 20.
Notary Public/Oath Commissioner: _________
Stamp & Seal: _________

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Key Legal Considerations

1. Registration Requirement

   • Mandatory for property transactions (Registration Act 1908). File at the Sub-Registrar Office with:

     • Original CNICs of both parties.

     • Witnesses’ CNICs.

     • Payment of stamp duty (varies by province).

2. Protection Against Fraud

   • Biometric Verification: Attach NADRA-verified thumb impressions.

   • Video Recording: Optional but recommended for additional evidence.

   • Limited Scope: Avoid granting irrevocable or blanket financial powers.

3. Revocation Process

   • Execute a Revocation Deed with the same formalities (notarization + registration if needed).

   • Notify the Attorney in writing and publish a newspaper notice if fraud is suspected.

4. Brother-Specific Safeguards

   • Trust but Verify: Require periodic updates on property dealings.

   • Exit Clause: Add a clause like: "This GPA shall automatically terminate if the Attorney misuses authority."

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