Beaver County Attorneys Prepare "Living Wills"
Contrary to popular belief, estate planning is not simply about planning for "what happens to your money when you die." There are important steps that you can take to protect your assets and your healthcare needs during your lifetime as well. A complete estate planning package of documents will usually include the following:
- A will
- Trusts that the individual, couple or family choose to put in place
- Powers of attorney, depending on goals and objectives
- A health care directive or "living will"
A complete health care directive will take into account the following factors:
- What are your beliefs or preferences with regard to life support if there is no chance that you will recover after a serious accident or in the case of grave illness?
- Who would you select as a representative to make decisions on your behalf regarding your health care and finances if you are unable to speak for yourself?
Peace of Mind and Peace in the Family
Our attorneys do not take lightly the conversation that needs to happen in order to prepare a well-thought-out health care directive and other estate planning documents such as powers of attorney. We know how important these questions can be to your family at a time of crisis. Putting a health care directive in place can provide peace of mind now — and peace in the family at some later time.
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Perhaps you already have a will, a power of attorney and/or a health care directive, but those documents may have been prepared in a different state — and in a different time of life. Have your documents reviewed by a Pennsylvania estate planning lawyer.
Contact us to schedule a consultation at your convenience regarding a power of attorney and the health care directive.
