Jupiter, Florida • Nina Smith Law, PLLC
New Adult Estate Planning
New Adult Estate Planning helps young adults ages 18 to 25 and their families prepare for emergencies, incapacity, and important family decisions.
Why it matters at 18
Once a child turns 18, they are a legal adult - even though they may still be quite dependent on their parents. Without the right documents in place, parents may face legal hurdles when it comes to making medical or financial decisions for their young adult children.
Who it is for
- Young adults heading to college, starting work, or moving out
- Parents who want a plan in place for their young adult
Young adults should have certain documents as well - if you have adult children ages 18-25, ask about New Adult Estate Planning to ensure you have a plan in place in case of emergency.
Documents to talk about
New Adult Estate Planning generally focuses on two documents:
- Durable power of attorney. Names someone to handle financial and legal matters if your young adult cannot.
- Health care surrogate designation. Names someone to make medical decisions if your young adult cannot speak for themselves.
A good time to plan
Many families plan before a young adult leaves for college, starts a first job, or moves out on their own.
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