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When an instrument purports to be executed by parties acting through another by virtue of a power of attorney, it shall be sufficient if the attorney or agent signs such instrument either in the name of the principal by the attorney or agent or signs as attorney or agent for the principal; and if such instrument purports to be under seal, the seal of the agent shall be sufficient.
Cite this article: FindLaw.com - North Carolina General Statutes Chapter 47. Probate and Registration § 47-43.1. Execution and acknowledgment of instruments by attorneys or attorneys-in-fact - last updated January 01, 2023 | https://codes.findlaw.com/nc/chapter-47-probate-and-registration/nc-gen-st-sect-47-43-1/
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