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# Legal
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⚠️ We are not lawyers and this isn't legal advice. ⚠️
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There are times when you need something [documented](./documentation.md) but with legal might behind it. The two biggest ones are your will and powers of attorneys.
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## Will
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Get a will.
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No matter how much you plan, the legal system requires something a bit more formal. It also doesn't care much about your [passwords](./passwords.md) or writing [letters to your loved ones](./compassion.md) but it is important for things like children and property.
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There are easy ways to do it, but they are dependent on your locale. You might be able to get away with a [simple one at first](./tenants.md) but then expand as needed.
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The important parts are:
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- Who has the children
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- Who handles the finances
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- Who has the powers of attorney
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They may only have a [day or so](./time.md) to pull it out when it happens.
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## Powers of Attorney
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We might have strong opinions about [incapacitation](./incapacitation.md), mostly in the social, financial, and emotional costs involved. You may not. But, if it isn't written down, then no one knows. If you have a "do not resuscitate" order, then make sure it is written down and documented.
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Knowing your wishes is a first hour type of thing but being able to get the legal documentation seems to be a first day thing.
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## Trusts
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If you have the means, setting up trusts (including medical trusts) will help things go a long way in helping others.
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