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To create a living will in Alabama, the individual must be an alert and capable adult 19 years of age or older and capable of understanding the consequences of withholding treatment. The living will must be a dated written document signed by the creator of the living will in the presence of two or more witnesses.

No, you are not required to use a lawyer to make a Will in Alabama. There are some situations, like a complex estate or difficult family relationships, where it may be beneficial to consult a lawyer.

You must be at least 19 years old to set up an advance directive. You must be able to think clearly and make decisions for yourself when you set it up. There is an exception for pediatric patients when a physician determines the patient is terminally ill and there is no hope for recovery.

To create a living will in Alabama, the individual must be an alert and capable adult 19 years of age or older and capable of understanding the consequences of withholding treatment. The living will must be a dated written document signed by the creator of the living will in the presence of two or more witnesses.

(Living Will and Health Care Proxy) This form may be used in the State of Alabama to make your wishes known about what medical treatment or other care you would or would not want if you become too sick to speak for yourself. You are not required to have an advance directive.

The most common types of advance directives are the living will and the durable power of attorney for health care (sometimes known as the medical power of attorney). There are many advance directive formats.