This living will is a set of instructions or an expression of wishes and desires that specifies the use or non-use of medical treatments and procedures that would artificially prolong life.
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For someone who is elderly or disabled, our elder law team can be of great service. Elder law involves a wide variety of important legal decisions of which the average person may not be aware.
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McCarthy & Akers provides a number of services including, but not limited to, the following:
Most law firms in Front Royal are not certified in elder law or elder care. Our attorneys, however, hold advanced certifications in elder law. What’s more, our attorneys are members of the National Academy of Elder Law Attorneys.
To go even further, we employ licensed social workers who are certified Elder Care Coordinators. Our certified elder care coordinators are able to work with family members to assess the care needs of clients.
You can learn more about the LCPLFA on their website.
A health care proxy or agent has the authority to make medical decisions in cases where a person is rendered incapable of making his or her own decisions.
All competent adults, ages 18 years or older can appoint a health care agent by signing a form, called a Health Care Proxy. You don’t need a lawyer or notary, just two adult witnesses.
This living will is a set of instructions or an expression of wishes and desires that specifies the use or non-use of medical treatments and procedures that would artificially prolong life.
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Our attorneys have tried cases at all levels of the Virginia Courts including appeals before the Virginia Supreme Court.
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