ESTATE PLANNING AND ELDER LAW ATTORNEYS

Jun 06
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Advance Directive & Living Will

By | Estate Planning

It is impossible to know if or when you will end up in a life-threatening medical condition, but you have the option to plan for such a dreadful event. By establishing an advance directive and living will, you can take some of the weight off of your loved ones and ensure that no one will have to guess your wishes regarding end-of-life care. Florida Advance Directives Florida law recognizes your right to make advance directives regarding your medical care in the event that you become incapacitated. You can dictate in a living will document what, if any, life-sustaining treatments or care you receive. You can also designate a healthcare surrogate to make those decisions on your behalf. Contemplating your options for such a distressing situation can be challenging and confusing. The experienced lawyers at Sawyer & Sawyer, P.A. can help you understand what type of decisions you might face if…

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Mar 15
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What Are the Essential Documents for a Good Estate Plan?

By | Estate Planning

A good estate plan should include six important documents. Many clients are surprised to realize that three of these important components involve medical issues rather than financial ones. If your plan is missing one of these elements, your loved ones may have to deal with added legal expenses and delays, or they may be unable to assist you in an emergency. When you have these essential documents up-to-date, you can rest easy knowing that you have taken the right steps to prepare for the future. A Trust Can Be the Key to Security One or more trusts often serve as the cornerstone of a thorough estate plan. There are different types of trusts used to accomplish different goals. For instance, you might use: A revocable living trust to avoid probate An irrevocable asset protection trust to become eligible for long-term care assistance through Florida Medicaid A charitable remainder trust to…

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