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What is a Living Will?

Why should I make a Living Will?

• If you're in a coma or other dire medical situation, your "proxy" or representative interprets your health care decisions
• Gives you peace of mind in case anything happens to you

Have the following information available:

• Name(s) and address(es) of your health care respresentative(s)
• Specific health care instructions to be followed

Related Resources on Lawyers.com^sm

• Will Basics
• Estate Planning Information Checklist

Find an Attorney

• Find a Wills and Probrate Attorney in Your Area
• Find a Trusts and Estates Attorney in Your Area

Questions You Might Have About This Topic

What is "Power of Attorney?"

• Power of Attorney
• Durable Power of Attorney for Health Care

How often should I update my Living Will?

• When and Why You Should Update Your Will
• Amending a Will

Should I name a guardian for my children?

• When You Want to Provide for Your Children

What happens if my Living Will is contested?

• Grounds for Will Contests 
• "Of Sound Mind" and Testamentary Capacity
• Interpreting the Language of a Power of Attorney