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. The Law Office of Gerald Brantley in Austin advises you on the various contingencies you can address in an advance directive so that a clear plan exists for your treatment if you lose the ability to communicate. We have extensive experience assisting clients throughout Texas to ensure their wishes are upheld.
Advance directives can set forth instructions on various matters and come in several forms, including:
The Law Office of Gerald Brantley 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. The Law Office of Gerald Brantley attorneys formulate documents clearly enough that there is no room for misinterpretation or argument. This way, your family can avoid expensive litigation and move forward.
The Law Office of Gerald Brantley serves clients in Texas. Call us at 512-637-1045| or contact us online to schedule a consultation at our Austin office.