ESTATE PLANNING

A last will and testament is a legal document that outlines your wishes for asset distribution and guardianship of minor children after your death. Having a lawyer write your will ensures it complies with state laws, is clearly articulated, and addresses complex situations and tax implications. This helps prevent disputes, ensures your wishes are followed, and provides peace of mind that your loved ones will be taken care of.

A Durable Power of Attorney grants someone you trust the authority to make decisions on your behalf if you become incapacitated. This can include managing your finances, making healthcare decisions, and handling other important matters. The WQO team can draft a Durable Power of Attorney to ensure that it complies with state laws, is clearly articulated, and addresses your specific needs and circumstances. This helps prevent potential legal issues, ensures your wishes are followed, and provides peace of mind that your affairs will be managed according to your preferences.

A Healthcare Proxy is a legal document that allows you to appoint someone you trust to make medical decisions on your behalf if you are unable to do so yourself. This person, known as your healthcare agent, will have the authority to communicate with doctors and make decisions about your treatment based on your wishes and best interests. Having a healthcare proxy ensures that your medical care preferences are honored and provides reassurance that someone you trust will make decisions in your best interest during critical times.

A Living Will outlines your preferences for medical treatment in the event that you become incapacitated and unable to communicate your wishes. It specifies the types of medical care you do or do not want, such as life-sustaining treatments, resuscitation, and artificial nutrition and hydration. Having a living will ensures that your healthcare preferences are respected and provides guidance to your healthcare providers and loved ones during critical situations, reducing the burden of making difficult decisions on your behalf.

A life estate deed is a legal document that allows you to transfer ownership of your property to someone else while retaining the right to live in and use the property for the rest of your life. This type of deed can help avoid probate, provide tax benefits, and ensure that your property is passed on to your chosen beneficiaries. Contact us to see if a Life Estate Deed is right for you.

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