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Wills & Powers of Attorney
Professional preparation of wills, powers of attorney, and advance health care directives for California residents. Ensure your wishes are documented and your loved ones are protected — all without the cost of an attorney.
What We Prepare
Last Will & Testament
Simple wills and pour-over wills. Name your executor, designate beneficiaries, and specify how your assets should be distributed. Includes guardianship nominations for minor children.
Durable Power of Attorney
Authorize someone you trust to handle financial and legal matters on your behalf if you become incapacitated. Covers banking, real estate, tax filings, and business operations.
Advance Health Care Directive
Specify your medical treatment preferences and appoint a health care agent to make decisions if you cannot speak for yourself. Covers life support, pain management, organ donation, and end-of-life care.
Living Will
Document your wishes regarding life-prolonging medical treatments, resuscitation, and artificial nutrition and hydration.
HIPAA Authorization
Allow designated individuals to access your medical records and communicate with your health care providers.
Nomination of Guardian
Designate who should care for your minor children if you pass away before they reach adulthood.
How It Works
Free Consultation
We discuss your situation — who your beneficiaries are, who you want as executor, and any specific wishes you want documented. We help you understand what each document does so you can make informed decisions.
Document Preparation
We prepare all documents based on your specific instructions — beneficiaries, executors, agents, guardians for minor children, and health care preferences. Every document is prepared at your direction.
Execution & Witnessing
We provide clear instructions for proper signing, witnessing, and notarization so your documents are legally valid. California has specific witnessing requirements — we make sure you meet them.
Important: We cannot advise on estate planning strategy or tax implications. We prepare documents based on your specific instructions. Consult an estate planning attorney or tax professional for legal advice.
Frequently Asked Questions
Do I really need a will in California?+
If you die without a will in California, state intestacy laws decide who gets your property — and it may not align with your wishes. A will lets you name an executor, designate guardians for minor children, and specify beneficiaries. It also simplifies the probate process for your family. We prepare wills at your direction for a fraction of what an attorney would charge.
What happens if I don't have an Advance Health Care Directive?+
Without an Advance Health Care Directive, your family may need to go to court to get a conservatorship to make medical decisions on your behalf — an expensive and time-consuming process. An AHCD lets you name a health care agent and document your treatment preferences in advance, giving your loved ones clear guidance during a difficult time.
What's the difference between a will and a living trust?+
A will only takes effect after death and must go through probate — a court-supervised process that can take 9-18 months. A living trust avoids probate entirely by transferring assets during your lifetime. Many clients benefit from having both: a trust as the primary estate planning tool and a pour-over will as a backup. We prepare both documents.
How often should I update my will?+
Review your will every 3-5 years, or after any major life event — marriage, divorce, birth of a child, death of a beneficiary, or significant changes in assets. California law also changes periodically. We can prepare a codicil (amendment) or an entirely new will at your direction.
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