Since 1963, February has been celebrated as American Heart Month, an effort to urge Americans to join the fight against heart disease, which is the leading cause of death for both men and women. It is also a great opportunity to consider who is the best person to act as your medical agent if you […]
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Important Things Your Agent Under a Medical Power of Attorney Needs to Know, from Austin Estate Planning Lawyer Liz Nielsen
Even if you are currently the picture of good health, you may suddenly become too ill to make healthcare decisions for yourself or become unconscious after an accident, needing someone to stand in your shoes to make medical decisions for you. A medical power of attorney is a crucial part of your estate plan that […]
Kids Going Away To College? Why You Should Include Estate Planning in the Preparation, from Austin Estate Planning Lawyer Liz Nielsen
You may have been running around for weeks, getting your new college student off to school. It’s exhilarating, and your heart likely is bursting at the seams. You’re probably prouder than words can express, but you’re also a little afraid, too. How can you make sure your kid is going to be safe at school, […]
When Is “Living Probate” Necessary? From Austin Estate Planning Lawyer Liz Nielsen
If you become incapacitated, who is going to take care of you? You will not be able to make medical decisions for yourself and you will not be able to manage your day-to-day affairs. If you do not have the appropriate estate plan in place, your family may be headed to the probate court for […]