Powers of Attorney

Wisconsin Estate Planning Lawyers

It is important to plan now as to who will make decisions for you regarding your health care and finances in the event of your incapacity.

At Moertl, Wilkins & Campbell, S.C., our job is to clarify the complexities surrounding powers of attorney, explain to you the options available, and help you to make well-informed decisions appropriate for your unique circumstances. Contact an experienced Wisconsin attorney at our firm for a consultation and evaluation regarding powers of attorney, advance directives, and other estate planning tools.

Advance directives or powers of attorney can take the form of a living will or health care power of attorney.

Medical / Health Care Power of Attorney

Medical or health care powers of attorney go into effect only if you are incapacitated, in which case an agent may make health care decisions for you. This document also addresses life support issues. Proper advance planning through durable powers of attorney and health care powers of attorney will lessen the family burden and costs in the event an individual becomes incapacitated. One goal of a power of attorney is to avoid an unnecessary guardianship proceeding. If a client becomes incapacitated and does not have the proper powers of attorney, our firm can assist with the necessary guardianship proceedings.

Living Will

A living will is another kind of advance directive pertaining to those in a vegetative state, or interminable or incurable condition. Individuals can state their wishes in writing regarding their health care in the event of these conditions; however, the living will does not allow you to name a decision maker who is to act on your behalf.

Financial / Durable Power of Attorney

The durable power of attorney allows individuals to delegate the control of their financial matters to an individual of their choosing.

Experienced Estate Planning Attorney

A lawyer experienced in powers of attorney can help you through this process. Because life support decisions and power of attorney issues are state-specific, it is important to have your documents reviewed to ensure they are in compliance with Wisconsin law.

Contact us to discuss your options.