Poder General Vs Poder Especial

• Category: Power of Attorney - Healthcare - Living Wills
• State: Arizona
• Control #: AZ-P014
• Format: Word; Rich Text

Description

The document is a Health Care Power of Attorney, which enables a principal to designate an agent to make health care decisions on their behalf, particularly when they are unable to communicate their wishes. It outlines the differences between a 'poder general' (general power) and 'poder especial' (special power), emphasizing that the health care power allows for a broad range of decisions related to medical treatment. Users must fill in their name, the agent's name, and can specify additional instructions such as living will preferences or organ donation wishes. Key features include the option to appoint a secondary agent, establish a living will, and indicate preferences for funeral arrangements. This form serves various legal roles, providing attorneys, partners, owners, associates, paralegals, and legal assistants with a framework to assist clients in expressing their health care choices. Its structured format ensures clarity and organization, ensuring that user intentions are clear during critical health care decisions. The form should ideally be completed with the assistance of a legal professional to ensure compliance with relevant laws.

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