advance directive Tag Archives

03 Jun What Is a Medical Power of Attorney?

Posted at 14:08h in Advance Directive, Estate Planning, Living Will, Long-Term Care Planning, Power of Attorney by Phelps LaClair Law

As we age, our medical needs change. That is just a part of life. And depending on your personal medical history, you may want to plan for an event where, if you cannot communicate directly with doctors and nurses, you have someone who knows your...

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10 May What Is an Advance Directive?

Posted at 09:47h in Advance Directive, Estate Planning, Living Will by Phelps LaClair Law

When most people talk about estate planning, they think it's just for making sure their property goes to their loved ones after they are gone. However, estate planning also encompasses directives for instances when you are still alive, but can not make important decisions for...

22 Jun Essential Estate Planning Documents

Posted at 07:43h in Estate Planning by Phelps LaClair Law

In the past two months, we have spoken with a number of new and former clients concerned about the coronavirus. Phelps LaClair is a premier estate planning law firm in the Phoenix Metro area. We are well acquainted with folks who want a solid estate...

04 May Estate Planning Amid the Coronavirus Pandemic

Posted at 17:49h in Advance Directive, Estate Planning, Living Trusts, Living Will by Phelps LaClair Law

In this time of the COVID-19 crisis, many people are asking what will happen to their families if they become sick. Phelps LaClair has been in the estate planning business for forty years. In our time of serving Chandler, Mesa, Phoenix and Scottsdale, we can...

Arizona’s estate planning laws allow for several types of advance directives—here's how to use them to protect your decisions about medical care.

03 Oct Arizona’s Laws on Advance Directives

Posted at 07:14h in Advance Directive, Power of Attorney by Phelps LaClair Law

An advance directive is a legal document that describes your personal preferences for medical care. They are meant to protect your best interests if you're ever in a position where you're unable to speak for yourself. Living wills, medical powers of attorney, and DNR orders...

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20 Feb Is a DNR the Same as an Advance Directive?

Posted at 11:47h in Advance Directive by Phelps LaClair Law

Have you discussed your medical preferences with your loved ones? It’s important to have those wishes in writing to ensure you get the best possible care just in case you can’t communicate them yourself. However, when it comes to getting their estate planning documents in...

If you’re a single parent, creating an estate plan is more important than ever. Here are three steps you can take to secure your child’s future.

14 Dec Three Crucial Estate Planning Moves for Single Parents

Posted at 08:15h in Uncategorized by Phelps LaClair Law

Being a single parent is quite common in the United States—in fact, the Census Bureau estimates that 23% of U.S. children live in single parent homes. Some people begin the parenthood journey all on their own, while others might have lost a partner to death...

26 Oct Are You Afraid to Write Your Will?

Posted at 08:27h in Uncategorized, Wills by Phelps LaClair Law

Spiders, ghosts, and skeletons abound this time of year. And while most people enjoy scary things like haunted houses and horror movies, they often harbor secret fears. Being afraid to write a will is one of them. But don’t worry—there’s nothing scary about estate planning...

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22 Sep How to Record Your Final Wishes and Make Sure They’re Carried Out

Posted at 10:19h in Advance Directive by Phelps LaClair Law

When it comes to medical care and end of life decisions, people can have some very strong opinions. Even funeral arrangements can be a point of contention. So if your loved ones disagree with your preferences, how do you know that they will respect your...

25 Sep COVID-19 and Nursing Homes

Posted at 10:06h in Estate Planning, Living Trusts, Living Will, Nursing Home Care by Phelps LaClair Law

As of the middle of September, 2020, Maricopa County has 710 active COVID-19 cases. 606 of those cases are found in long-term care facilities (166), assisted living facilities (364), and rehab facilities (76). We have long advocated for everyone to have an estate plan that...

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