The Woodlands Medical Power of Attorney Lawyer

Making Sure Your Loved Ones Are Protected

A medical power of attorney is a legal document that allows you to appoint a trusted individual to make medical decisions on your behalf in the event that you are unable to do so. This person is known as an agent, and they must be at least 18 years old. The document must be notarized and filed with your local probate court.

As the name suggests, this category of power of attorney only applies to medical decisions, so it is important to make sure that you have a separate financial power of attorney if you want to protect your assets and property.

A medical power of attorney can help your loved ones avoid confusion and stress in the event that you are unable to communicate or make decisions for yourself. It is important to make sure that your loved ones are protected, and a medical power of attorney can help you do that.

Our legal team at The Michels Firm can play a crucial role in obtaining and defending a medical power of attorney. We can ensure your wishes are articulated, protected, and carried out when you are unable to make medical decisions on your own due to incapacity.

Our medical power of attorney lawyer in The Woodlands can provide:

• Guidance: We can explain the intricacies of medical power of attorney, helping you understand the implications and the responsibilities of the person you're appointing.
• Preparation: We can prepare the necessary legal documents, ensuring their legality and compliance with Texas laws.
• Representation: In the event of a dispute, we can step in to defend your interests and the validity of the medical power of attorney.
• Updates & Amendments: As your life circumstances change, we can help you update or amend your medical power of attorney accordingly, ensuring it always reflects your current wishes.

To learn more about how The Michels Firm can support your goals, contact us at (281) 843-9723.

Who Can Be My Agent?

You can designate anyone as your agent, but it is important to choose someone who is mature, responsible, and willing to make tough decisions when necessary. Your agent should be someone you trust and can communicate with easily.

Your agent must be at least 18 years old, but there is no maximum age limit. You can choose a family member, a close friend, or a professional healthcare advocate. Your agent must be able to communicate clearly and be able to understand medical terminology, so it is important to choose someone who is well-educated and has a background in healthcare.

When Should I Sign a Medical Power of Attorney?

It is important to sign a medical power of attorney as soon as possible. The document can be signed at any age, so it is a good idea to sign one when you are young and healthy. You should also update your document regularly if you have a major medical procedure or if your health changes in any way.

Your agent should sign a medical power of attorney as well, so that they are aware of their duties and responsibilities. If you are incapacitated and unable to sign a medical power of attorney, your agent can sign the document on your behalf. It is important to make sure that your loved ones are protected, so make sure you sign a medical power of attorney as soon as possible.

At The Michels Firm, we can help you draft, implement, and defend your medical power of attorney, walking you through the often complex legal process from start to finish. Contact our firm today at (281) 843-9723 to schedule a consultation.