Wills & Advanced Directives
Comprehensive planning protects control, clarity, and peace of mind. A well-drafted will determines how property is distributed after death, while advance directives ensure your financial and medical decisions are handled properly during life. Together, these tools prevent disputes, reduce court involvement, and make sure your wishes are carried out exactly as intended.
SERVICES
LAST WILL & TESTAMENT
A will controls how property is distributed and who carries out your instructions. It also names guardians for minors and outlines how debts and taxes are handled. Without one, state intestacy laws decide for you.
POWER OF ATTORNEY
A Power of Attorney (POA) authorizes a trusted person to act on your behalf in financial and legal matters. It ensures continuity in managing assets, paying expenses, or handling transactions if you are unavailable or incapacitated. Without a valid POA, relatives may need a court-appointed guardianship to access accounts or property.
HEALTH CARE PROXY & LIVING WILL
A Health Care Proxy designates someone to make medical decisions on your behalf. A Living Will specifies the type of treatment or life-sustaining care you want. Both documents eliminate uncertainty in emergencies.
GUARDIANSHIP & INCAPACITY PLANNING
If no advance directives exist, a court may appoint a guardian to manage finances or health decisions. Proper planning can avoid that outcome.
UPDATES & REVISIONS
Life changes—marriage, divorce, new property, or children—require updated planning. Outdated documents can create confusion or invalidate key provisions.
