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Our Services for Individuals under Panamanian Law

POWER OF ATTORNEY – Preparing for Life’s Uncertainties

Prepare for the unexpected with our proven legal solutions:

• Durable Power of Attorney
  Ensure that your affairs are managed by a trusted individual in the event that you become incapacitated due to an accident, illness, or similar circumstances.

• Advance Healthcare Directive (Living Will)
  Make clear provisions for medical decisions to ensure your wishes are respected, even if you are no longer able to communicate them.

• Appointment of a Legal Guardian
  Designate a trusted person to make decisions on your behalf if you are no longer able to do so.

LAST WILL AND TESTAMENT – Preparing for the Inevitable

Take timely measures to protect your loved ones and ensure your wishes are fulfilled:

• Power of Attorney Extending Beyond Death
  Extend the authority of your representative to allow them to manage your affairs even after your passing.
• Last Will and Testament
  Create a legally binding document to distribute your assets according to your wishes.

Why Power of Attorney and Testament Are Crucial for Expatriates

As an expatriate in Panama with family or relatives in Europe, it is essential to make timely provisions. Unforeseen events such as illness, accidents, or death can lead to complex legal and emotional challenges—especially across international borders.

A durable power of attorney ensures that a trusted individual can manage your affairs if you become incapacitated. This is particularly important if you reside in Panama while your loved ones are in Europe. Without a power of attorney, lengthy and costly court proceedings may be required to make decisions on your behalf.

A last will and testament clarifies how your assets will be distributed and helps avoid disputes among your heirs. Without a valid will, the statutory inheritance laws of the country often apply, which may not align with your wishes.

By establishing clear legal arrangements, you not only protect yourself but also your family—ensuring peace of mind and security, no matter where life takes you.

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