A power of appointment can be exercised only by a written instrument
which would be sufficient to dispose of the estate intended to be
appointed if the donee were the actual owner.
Structure New York Laws
EPT - Estates, Powers and Trusts
Part 6 - Rules Governing Exercise of a Power of Appointment
10-6.1 - Exercise of a Power of Appointment; Manifestation of Intention of Donee
10-6.2 - Exercise of a Power of Appointment; Conformity to Directions of Donor
10-6.3 - Exercise of a Power of Appointment; Type of Instrument
10-6.4 - Exercise of a Power of Appointment; Required Consents
10-6.5 - Exercise of Exclusive and Non-Exclusive Power of Appointment
10-6.7 - Exercise by All Donees; Exceptions
10-6.8 - Imperative Power of Appointment; Effectuation
10-6.9 - Exercise of a Power of Appointment in Further Trust