A letter of authority to transfer is used when you already have a power of attorney and want to transfer that authority to someone else. In this way, the original attorney-in-fact can delegate the responsibilities outlined in the main power of attorney to another person.
The letter is based on the rules of the Swedish Contracts Act. The main principle in the act is that a power of attorney is personal. Normally, an attorney-in-fact isn’t allowed to pass on their assignment. However, with the right document, an exception can be made.
When do you need a letter of authority to transfer?
You may need a letter of authority to transfer when you:
- Have been granted a power of attorney but are unable to carry out the assignment yourself.
- Want to delegate the task to someone else who’s able to act on your behalf.
- Need to make sure that matters, deliveries, or agreements are handled even when you’re unavailable.
Examples include having someone else pick up packages, manage legal documents, or complete a purchase when you’re unable to do so yourself.
Write it yourself or get help from a lawyer?
You can either prepare a letter of authority to transfer yourself or ask a lawyer for assistance. Often, using a ready-made template available online is perfectly fine. However, it’s important to know when a template is sufficient and when you need professional help from a lawyer.
- Use a ready-made template
You can draft the letter yourself using a ready-made template. Templates are often a cost-effective option, but it’s important to make sure that the document is legally correct. The letter has to be clear and properly worded so that you know it’s legally binding and enforceable. - Use a specialized legal document service
At Kliently, you can prepare a letter of authority to transfer in Swedish through our legal document service. It differs from the ready-made templates available online by guiding you step by step through the entire document. Since you receive guidance on how to complete the document, you can be confident that the letter is complete and legally binding once you receive it. - Get help from a lawyer
A lawyer can draft the letter for you, making sure it meets the requirements under the Contracts Act. This is a safer option if the task is extensive. It’s also the better option if you want to avoid risking the letter being invalid due to formal errors. And if you don’t want the lawyer to draft the letter for you, you can still ask them to review the completed document to make sure it’s correct.
Keep in mind
- The letter should be in writing to avoid misunderstandings in the future.
- Make sure that all personal details and information about the assignment are accurate.
- Always keep a copy of both the original power of attorney and the letter of authority to transfer.
A properly prepared letter of authority to transfer allows you to confidently let someone else carry out the assignment on your behalf when you’re unable to do so yourself.
Do you need legal help?
We have several lawyers who can help you with this. Book an appointment if you have questions and need counseling, or email us to hire one of the lawyers. We recommend: Marie-Louise Silfwerax, Samir Baraka
