Wills, Living Wills, and Powers of Attorney

Protect Your Legacy With Three Important Legal Documents: A Comprehensive Will, Living Will, and Power of Attorney

Planning for the future isn’t just about financial security, it’s about ensuring your wishes are honored and your loved ones are cared for. A well-crafted will, living will, and power of attorney are essential tools that offer inner peace, knowing that every detail is handled according to your wishes.

The Importance of a Will / Secure Your Assets and Wishes with a Last Will and Testament

A last will and testament is more than a document. It serves as a blueprint for your legacy. A will establishes directives for your assets, your spouse, and your children after you die.

Distribution of Assets

A will outlines how your assets will be divided and to whom they will be distributed after your passing. Whether you wish to provide for your family, support charitable organizations, or both, your will greatly eases the burden for your loved ones during a challenging time and helps ensure your intentions are fulfilled seamlessly. When you have a revocable living trust centered estate plan, your Will leaves everything to your Trust. It is called a “Pour Over Will.”

A will can also ensure that any assets not included in your trust during your lifetime are transferred into it after your death. It acts as a safety net, earning the name “Pour Over Will.”

Guardianship and Trusts

A critical function of your last will and testament is appointing guardianship for your minor children should you or your spouse become incapacitated or die. Should the unthinkable happen, your will ensures that your children are placed in the care of someone you trust implicitly, removing the uncertainty of court decisions. It’s a decision too important to leave to chance, and with the right planning, you can secure your children’s future.

The Importance of a Living Will / Health Care Directives

A living will allows you to set your healthcare directives and empowers you to make critical end of life medical decisions in advance should you no longer be able to do so. From specifying your preferences for medical treatment to detailing your wishes for resuscitation and organ donation, your Power of Attorney for Healthcare and living will speaks for you when you need it most. This document provides clarity and comfort for your loved ones, allowing them to act in your best interests with confidence.

The Importance of a Power of Attorney / Entrusting Your Decisions to the Right Person

A power of attorney is a document that allows for another individual to act on your behalf should you become incapacitated. A Power of Attorney for Property allows someone to access assets titled in your individual name if you are incapacitated. A Power of Attorney for Healthcare allows your agent to make medical decisions on your behalf if you can not make them for yourself.

Power of Attorney for Property

A power of attorney for property allows your agent to access the assets titled in your individual name, such as retirement accounts, to use those assets for your care. An agent can also assist with making changes to services you have like your phone, gas, electric. It grants your chosen agent the authority to manage these assets if you’re incapacitated.

Designated Agent

By designating someone you trust as your agent, you ensure that decisions regarding your finances, healthcare, and other critical matters are made in alignment with your values. This individual will have the legal authority to manage your affairs, making it vital to choose someone who understands and respects your wishes.

Secure Your Legacy

A will, living will, and power of attorney are a gift of foresight and protection for your family. Don’t leave your future to chance. Ensure that your family will be protected by consulting with our experienced estate planning lawyers. Contact us to schedule a personalized consultation and take the first step in safeguarding the legacy you deserve.

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