Milwaukee Power Of Attorney Lawyers
Planning for the future can be difficult when you are unsure who would manage your finances or make medical decisions if you could not do so yourself. If you are looking for a Milwaukee power of attorney lawyer, Laster & Associates can help you make these choices with confidence. Our team has over 25 years of courtroom experience in Wisconsin estate and circuit court matters.
What Is Power Of Attorney?
A power of attorney is a legal document that lets you choose someone to act on your behalf. Depending on the document, that person may pay your bills, manage your property or make healthcare decisions when you cannot make them yourself.
Putting these documents in place now can spare your loved ones from uncertainty later. Wisconsin law sets rules for each type of power of attorney, including what your chosen agent can do and when their authority begins.
Our team can help you decide which documents you need and prepare a plan that fits your circumstances. We serve clients in Milwaukee County and the surrounding counties of Waukesha, Ozaukee, Washington and Walworth.
Healthcare Power Of Attorney And Living Wills: Protecting Your Medical Wishes
A healthcare power of attorney lets you name someone you trust to make medical decisions if you cannot make them yourself. Your chosen agent can speak with your medical team and help ensure your care follows your wishes.
A living will, known in Wisconsin as a declaration to physicians, records your preferences for certain life-sustaining treatments. It applies in specific situations, such as when you have a terminal condition or are in a persistent vegetative state and cannot communicate your wishes.
These documents work in different ways. A healthcare power of attorney gives your chosen agent authority to make covered medical decisions, while a living will provides written guidance for specific medical circumstances. We can help you choose an agent and put your wishes in writing.
What Is The Difference Between A Healthcare Power Of Attorney And A Financial Power Of Attorney In Wisconsin?
A healthcare power of attorney covers medical decisions. A financial power of attorney lets someone handle money and property matters for you, such as paying bills, managing bank accounts or handling real estate.
You can name different people for these roles. A financial power of attorney may take effect when you sign it or at a later time, depending on its terms and Wisconsin law. A durable financial power of attorney can remain in effect if you become incapacitated. A healthcare agent generally steps in when you cannot make your own healthcare decisions, subject to state law.
Choosing the right people and documents can make things easier for your family if you need help in the future. We can explain your options and help you create a plan that reflects your wishes.
Put Your Plans In Place With Confidence
You do not have to work through these decisions alone. Contact our office at 414-973-1945 or send us an email to schedule a free initial consultation. We can discuss your concerns, explain which power of attorney documents may suit your needs and help you take the next steps. We serve clients throughout Milwaukee County and Waukesha, Ozaukee, Washington and Walworth counties.