Power of Attorney
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KNOW ALL PERSONS BY THESE PRESENTS, that I, [principal_name] (the "Principal"), a resident of the State of [state_law], being of sound mind and under no duress, do hereby make, constitute, and appoint [agent_name] (the "Agent" or "Attorney-in-Fact") as my true and lawful Agent, to act for me and in my name, place, and stead, with respect to the powers and authority described herein.
WHEREAS, the Principal desires to appoint the Agent to act on the Principal's behalf with respect to certain matters, as more particularly described herein; and
WHEREAS, the Agent is willing to accept such appointment and to act in accordance with the terms and conditions set forth in this instrument; and
WHEREAS, the Principal intends this Power of Attorney to be governed by the laws of the State of [state_law] and all applicable provisions of the Uniform Power of Attorney Act as adopted therein.
NOW, THEREFORE, the Principal hereby declares and grants this Power of Attorney as follows:
The Principal hereby appoints [agent_name] as the Principal's Attorney-in-Fact (the "Agent"). The Agent shall have the authority to act on behalf of the Principal in all matters described in this instrument, subject to any limitations expressly set forth herein. The Agent shall exercise such powers in a fiduciary capacity, in good faith, and in the best interests of the Principal at all times. The Agent shall act with the care, competence, and diligence ordinarily exercised by agents in similar circumstances and shall not engage in any self-dealing or conflict of interest unless expressly authorized herein.
The authority granted to the Agent under this Power of Attorney is designated as follows and shall be construed in accordance with the applicable type of authority selected below.
Subject to the type of authority designated above, the Principal hereby grants the Agent the following specific powers and authority: [powers_granted] The Agent shall exercise the foregoing powers prudently and in the Principal's best interests. In the event of any ambiguity regarding the scope of the powers granted herein, such ambiguity shall be resolved in favor of granting the Agent the authority reasonably necessary to carry out the Principal's stated intentions. The Agent may employ and compensate, at the Principal's expense, such professionals, advisors, accountants, and attorneys as the Agent deems reasonably necessary to assist in the performance of the Agent's duties hereunder.
This Power of Attorney shall become effective as of [effective_date], subject to any springing provisions described in Section 2 above.
Any third party who receives a copy of this Power of Attorney, whether original, photocopy, or electronically transmitted, may rely upon the authority granted herein and may act in accordance with the Agent's instructions without liability to the Principal or the Principal's estate, heirs, or assigns. No third party shall be required to inquire into the validity or continuing effectiveness of this instrument, nor shall any third party be liable for acting in good faith reliance upon this Power of Attorney. A third party who refuses to honor this Power of Attorney may be liable for attorneys' fees and damages as provided by applicable law. The Principal hereby agrees to indemnify and hold harmless any third party who acts in good faith reliance upon the representations and authority of the Agent under this instrument.
The Principal reserves the right to revoke, amend, or modify this Power of Attorney at any time, provided that the Principal has the legal capacity to do so. Any revocation, amendment, or modification shall be in writing and shall be effective upon delivery of written notice to the Agent and to any third party who has previously relied upon this instrument. Until a third party receives actual written notice of revocation, such third party may continue to rely upon the authority granted herein and shall not be liable for any actions taken in good faith reliance upon this Power of Attorney prior to receiving such notice. Upon revocation, the Agent shall promptly return to the Principal all documents, records, property, and funds in the Agent's possession or control that belong to or relate to the affairs of the Principal.
This Power of Attorney shall be governed by, and construed and enforced in accordance with, the laws of the State of [state_law], including but not limited to the Uniform Power of Attorney Act as adopted by the State of [state_law] and any amendments thereto. The Principal consents to the exclusive jurisdiction of the courts of the State of [state_law] for the resolution of any disputes arising out of or relating to this instrument. If any provision of this Power of Attorney is held to be invalid, illegal, or unenforceable, such provision shall be severed from this instrument and the remaining provisions shall continue in full force and effect.
The Agent is expressly prohibited from authorizing or providing any services that would constitute the practice of professional counseling or psychology as defined by Michigan’s Public Health Code. The Agent shall ensure all client interactions maintain the distinction between transformation coaching and regulated therapy, mitigating the risk of scope of practice violations.
In exercising authority over the Principal's coaching practice, the Agent shall ensure that all marketing and session communications disclaim guaranteed outcomes. The Agent shall manage 'results liability' by emphasizing client participation and goal setting, ensuring compliance with the Michigan Consumer Protection Act (MCL 445.901) regarding fair representations of service outcomes.
The Agent is authorized to manage personnel in accordance with the Michigan Right to Work law (MCL 423.209) and shall facilitate the inspection of records as required by the Bullard-Plawecki Employee Right to Know Act. Any non-compete agreements managed by the Agent must be reviewed for reasonableness in duration and geography pursuant to MCL 445.774a.
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IN WITNESS WHEREOF, I have executed this Power of Attorney on the date first written above.
Principal
Name: Principal
Date: ___________________
As a life coach in Michigan, your business relies on personal transformation and consistent accountability. If you are ever unable to manage your practice, you need a designated agent who understands the industry risks—such as scope of practice boundaries and results liability. This Michigan-specific Power of Attorney ensures that your discovery calls, intake processes, and transformation programs continue or are properly wound down without violating the Michigan Consumer Protection Act or crossing into unlicensed therapy territory.
Beyond the standard power of attorney sections, this template adds fields specific to Life Coach:
A power of attorney (POA) is a legal document that enables one person (the principal) to designate another person (the agent or attorney-in-fact) to make decisions and act on their behalf in specified or all matters. The document serves as a legal empowerment that allows the agent to manage affairs such as financial transactions, health care decisions, and legal proceedings, thereby ensuring the principal's affairs can be managed even if they are incapacitated or unavailable to oversee them directly.
Scope of Practice Violations
Clearly define services in contracts, outlining that the life coach is not providing therapy or counseling. Use disclaimers to distinguish life coaching from regulated mental health services.
Results Liability
Include clauses that do not guarantee specific outcomes, instead focusing on effort and the client's participation. Use terms like 'goal setting' and 'accountability' to manage expectations.
Unlicensed Therapy Accusations
Include contractual language stating the distinct difference between coaching and therapy, establishing that no therapeutic service is provided.
For this power of attorney to be legally valid:
Common mistakes to avoid:
Federal Trade Commission Act (FTC Act)
Prohibits unfair or deceptive practices in commerce, which applies to life coaches in terms of advertising their services truthfully and not making false claims about outcomes.
Enforced by Federal Trade Commission (FTC)
State Professional Practice Acts
Certain states may have regulations that define what constitutes professional counseling or therapy, and life coaches must be careful not to infringe on these definitions unless appropriately licensed.
Enforced by State Licensing Boards
Recommended coverage: Professional Liability Insurance (Errors & Omissions) · General Liability Insurance
Yes, provided they do not provide unlicensed therapy. Under Michigan law, if your agent is acting on your behalf, they must adhere to the scope of practice boundaries defined in your document to avoid accusations of providing regulated mental health services.
Yes. This document is drafted to respect Michigan’s specific statutes, including the Bullard-Plawecki Employee Right to Know Act regarding your personnel records and the Michigan Consumer Protection Act regarding service representations.
Life coaching involves unique liabilities regarding 'results liability' and privacy. A general POA may not grant your agent the specific authority to manage digital intake forms, maintain client discovery call confidentiality, or address Michigan-specific data breach notification requirements.
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