North Dakota § 27-13-02 - Powers of attorneys
Full text of North Dakota North Dakota Century Code § 27-13-02 — Powers of attorneys, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 27-13-02. Powers of attorneys
An attorney and counselor at law may: 1. Execute, in the name of the attorney's client, a bond or other written instrument necessary and proper for the prosecution of an action or proceeding about to be or already commenced, or for the prosecution or defense of any right growing out of an action, proceeding, or final judgment rendered therein. 2. Bind the attorney's client to any agreement in respect to any proceeding within the scope of the attorney's proper duties and powers, but no evidence of any such agreement is receivable, except the statement of the attorney, the attorney's written agreement signed and filed with the clerk, or an entry thereof upon the records of the court. 3. Receive money claimed by the attorney's client in an action or proceeding during the pendency thereof or afterwards, unless the attorney has been previously discharged by the attorney's client, and upon payment thereof, and not otherwise, may discharge the claim or acknowledge satisfaction of the judgment.
Source: official North Dakota text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About North Dakota § 27-13-02
What does North Dakota Century Code § 27-13-02 cover?
Section 27-13-02 ("Powers of attorneys") is part of the North Dakota Century Code, the codified statutory law of North Dakota. It sets out the legal rule or procedure described in the text above. Statutes are amended regularly, so always verify against the official source.
How do I cite North Dakota § 27-13-02?
A common citation format is "North Dakota Century Code § 27-13-02" (North Dakota). Legal writing may require the code abbreviation, section number, and year or edition. Match the style required by your court, professor, or publisher.
Is this the official text of North Dakota law?
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How does North Dakota § 27-13-02 apply to my situation?
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