Minnesota Living Wills Attorney

I’m Bill Syverson. As an experienced living wills attorney, I’ll help you create a legally binding document that reflects your values and ensures your decisions are honored. Contact me now to discuss your healthcare wishes.

Ensure Your Voice Is Heard in Medical Decisions

Prevents disputes over treatment decisions.
Ensures healthcare providers follow your preferences.
Provides peace of mind for you and your loved ones.

Uncertainty in medical emergencies can place a burden on families. Without this document, decisions about life support, pain management, and end-of-life care may be left to doctors or family members who may not know your wishes.

Who Needs a Living Will?

Those with specific treatment preferences.
Individuals with chronic or terminal illnesses.
Seniors preparing for the future.

A living will is valuable for anyone who wants control over future medical care. It can prevent substantial legal or emotional stress for family members during difficult times.

Key Components of a Living Will

Life-Sustaining Treatments: Specify preferences for ventilators, feeding tubes, or dialysis.
Do Not Resuscitate (DNR) Orders: Indicate whether CPR should be performed.
Pain Management and Comfort Care: Outline how you wish to receive pain relief and palliative care.
Organ Donation Preferences: Express your decision about donating organs or tissues.

How Can Syverson PLLC Protect Your Medical Wishes?

Personalized Legal Guidance: Every situation is unique. I take the time to understand your needs and draft a document that reflects your wishes.
Integration with Other Estate Planning Tools: I’ll ensure comprehensive protection by coordinating your living will with other critical documents. For example:
- A healthcare power of attorney empowers a trusted individual to make medical decisions if you become incapacitated.
- A durable power of attorney ensures financial matters remain in capable hands.
Clear, Legally Binding Documents: Proper wording prevents misinterpretation or disputes. My firm ensures your living will meets all legal requirements.
Compassionate Support: Estate planning involves deeply personal decisions. I’ll provide the guidance you need with care and professionalism.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Can I change my living will later?

Yes, you can update or revoke your living will at any time, as long as you are of sound mind.

Do I need a lawyer to create a living will?

A living will attorney ensures your document is legally enforceable and properly drafted. Without legal guidance, unclear language may cause disputes.

What’s the difference between a living will and a healthcare power of attorney?

Both documents provide essential protection, but:

A living will outlines specific medical preferences.
A healthcare power of attorney appoints someone to make medical decisions on your behalf.

Who should have a copy of my living will?

Doctors, hospitals, and trusted family members should have a copy to ensure accessibility when needed.

Make Difficult Times Easier to Navigate with Syverson PLLC

Planning ahead brings confidence and security. Syverson PLLC makes the process simple and effective. Complete the form below to schedule a consultation with an experienced living wills attorney.