Simple Estate Planning

THE IMPORTANCE OF HAVING A WILL

The execution of a will is one of the most serious and important acts in life. By it, a person provides not only a person provides not only for the outright distribution of his or her property among those he or she desires to benefit, but frequently also for the distribution of property to favorite charities or religious organizations.

As a Will or the lack of a Will can generate unfortunate and emotionally painful litigation between the deceased person’s loved ones, Wills should be drawn to express the intent of the giver in the simplest and clearest manner. Drafting a will demands care, compassion and competence.

PROFESSIONAL ASSISTANCE TO ADDRESS YOUR INDIVIDUAL CONCERNS RELATING TO A "LIVING WILL"

Anyone who is 18 years or older may execute an Advance Health Care Directive, otherwise known as a "Living Will".

Through a Living Will you can advise an appointed surrogate of your wishes if you were to become medically incapacitated and in a terminal condition or in a state of permanent unconsciousness, regarding:

• Withholding or withdrawing life-sustaining treatment;
• Treatment to be provided to relieve pain;
• Treatment involving cardiac resuscitation, medical respiration, tube feeding, or other artificial or invasive form of nutrition or hydration.;
• Your wishes regarding organ donation.

A DURABLE POWER OF ATTORNEY IS AN ESSENTIAL DOCUMENT IN THE ESTATE PLANNING PROCESS.

The purpose of a Durable Power of Attorney is to give the person you designate broad powers to make financial decisions and utilize, sell or dispose of your assets on your behalf, as well as make medical decisions for your benefit, throughout your lifetime, even if you become incapacitated

The execution of a Durable Power of Attorney may avoid the costs, inefficiency and delay of incapacity proceedings.

You will find intelligent advice and compassionate guidance from a dedicated attorney at the Goldsman Law Office in Philadelphia.

AT GOLDSMAN LAW OFFICE, WE CAN DRAFT A SIMPLE ESTATE PLAN INCLUDING A WILL, A "LIVING WILL" AND A DURABLE POWER OF ATTORNEY FOR $499.00.

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