A complete estate plan consists of more than a will and a trust. Estate planning documents can also control what happens to a person when he or she is impaired and cannot make decisions alone. When this happens, living wills or health care proxies can help loved ones make health care decisions, and powers of attorney can help these same loved ones manage bank accounts, payments and other critical financial transaction.
At the New York law offices of Einbinder & Dunn, LLP, we draft and review living wills, health care proxies and powers of attorney for our clients, helping make sure that the right documents are in place to protect their interests.
Living Will Lawyer
Living wills give detailed instructions regarding medical treatment if an individual is in a persistent vegetative state, in a coma or otherwise unable to communicate how he or she wants the medical treatment handled.
A health care proxy expresses these wishes and appoints a particular person to speak and act on your behalf.
Powers of Attorney Lawyers
A power of attorney empowers a designated representative to act on your behalf if you should become physically or mentally disabled and unable to communicate your wishes. The power of attorney will specify the scope of power granted. This may include the right to manage your finances.
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Estate planning is a personal matter, but our lawyers are dedicated to protecting our clients' privacy. That means that the things discussed between you and your lawyer after formation of the attorney/client relationship are confidential. With a few limited exceptions, which your lawyer will tell you about, your lawyer cannot disclose them to anyone. So you should rest assured that the personal details you discuss with your lawyer will stay that way — personal.
For questions or additional information about Einbinder & Dunn's legal services, please contact Einbinder & Dunn by filling out our contact form. You can also call 866-490-4909 or 212-391-9500 to speak with our attorneys and experienced support staff.
On Monday, April 16th, 2012, Julie Lusthaus was interviewed in a 30 minute segment about Franchising on WVOX 1460 AM radio by Marsha Gordon, President & CEO of The Business Council of Westchester.
