Shruti 15 October 2024

Relinquishment vs poa

Hello,

My father has given me PoA in a civil court case because he's old and cannot bear the stress of court cases. My question is - Can he sign relinquishment deed in my favor so that it serves two purposes - 1. I replace him as respondent in civil suit 2. If he dies while the suit is pending, then I can still proceed in the court case without having to institute my siblings as respondents in the case.

Please let me know. Thanks.

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This discussion explores the legal implications of using a Power of Attorney (PoA) versus a Relinquishment Deed in ongoing civil court cases. The original poster, acting as their father's PoA, inquired if a Relinquishment Deed could replace their father as respondent and ensure they could continue the case if their father passed away. The responses clarify that a PoA typically ends with the principal's death, and further details about the case are needed to assess the relevance and feasibility of a Relinquishment Deed.