Advance directives are legal documents that allow you to clearly articulate your preferences regarding lifesaving medical interventions. Many people don’t include advance directives when estate planning, but they are crucial documents that can save your family heartache during a medical crisis. No one wants to force their family to make a hasty decision under extreme duress. At Susan K. Tomita, I have extensive experience advising clients throughout Albuquerque, New Mexico on the various contingencies they can address in an advance directive. I can help you to draft clear instructions so that a specific plan exists for your treatment if you lose the ability to communicate.
Advance directives can set forth instructions on various matters and come in several forms, including:
At Susan K. Tomita, I will take the time to discuss each of these options so that you can be comfortable that every item you wish to address is covered appropriately.
Through the years, there have been numerous stories in the media detailing protracted court battles among family members over the treatment of incapacitated relatives. I can formulate documents clearly enough that there will be no room for misinterpretation or argument. This way, your family can avoid expensive litigation and move forward.
Susan K. Tomita serves clients in New Mexico. Call me at 505-445-2597 or contact me online to schedule a consultation at my Albuquerque office.