代理 (dài lǐ): Act on behalf of someone in position of responsibility (Verb) — Meaning & Stroke Order

If I cannot attend the hearing, can I entrust a lawyer to act on my behalf?

He did not have the legal authorization to sign the contract on behalf of someone, so the agreement is invalid.

I have something urgent to attend to; could you please handle this urgent project on my behalf?

Because the original person in charge suddenly resigned, she had to take on the responsibilities of the department head on an acting basis.