procuration

[/ˌprɒkjʊˈreɪʃən/]
nounfemininepl: procurations
procuração
1. The act of appointing someone as an agent or attorney to act on one's behalf
She granted procuration to her lawyer to handle the property sale.
Ela concedeu procuração ao seu advogado para lidar com a venda do imóvel.
2. A legal document or power of attorney authorizing someone to act as an agent
The procuration was notarized and filed with the court.
A procuração foi autenticada em cartório e protocolada no tribunal.
3. The authority or power granted by such a document
His procuration extended to all financial transactions related to the business.
Sua procuração se estendia a todas as transações financeiras relacionadas ao negócio.
4. In historical context, the obtaining of something through the action of an agent or intermediary
The procuration of supplies was handled by the quartermaster.
A procuração de suprimentos foi realizada pelo quartel-mestre.
In Brazil and Portugal, procuration (procuração) is a fundamental legal instrument commonly used for property transactions, banking matters, and legal proceedings. It is typically formalized through a notary public (cartório) and is essential for conducting business when the principal party is absent or incapacitated. The document is governed by civil law codes in both countries and carries significant legal weight.
Synonyms / Sinônimos
power of attorneyproxyagencymandateauthorization
Antonyms / Antônimos
revocationcancellationwithdrawal

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
procuração
Standard legal term used throughout Brazil for power of attorney
São Paulo
procuração
Common in business and legal contexts in major commercial centers
Rio de Janeiro
procuração
Standard usage in legal and notarial documents
Portugal
procuração
Identical term used in Portuguese law; sometimes called 'mandato' in informal contexts

Related Words

procuratorprocureattorneyproxymandateagent

Related Idioms & Phrases

grant procuration
hold procuration
revoke procuration
limited procuration
general procuration
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