Our office does not assist with criminal matters or represent airmen who are facing adverse administrative actions (e.g.Our office does not represent members in court proceedings for any legal matters.The USAF does not verify the validity of the content of these websites. Federal endorsement is not intended or implied. The links provided are for informational purposes only. Members can also visit the El Paso County Bar Association webpage to check availability for free or low-cost legal assistance at (opens in new window). Members should first visit (opens in new window) for information, instructions and self-help forms, before contacting the legal office to consult with an attorney.In addition to the above, our offices are available to assist military families and retirees with legal issues regarding: SCRA (Servicemember Civil Relief Act) and USERRA (Uniformed Service Employment and Reemployment Rights Act) family law (separations, divorce, child custody, adoptions), consumer law, probate law, immigration/naturalization law, landlord-tenant law, taxation and crime victim assistance.General and special powers of attorney can be completed at the legal office front desk medical powers of attorney require meeting with an attorney and can be completed during a will appointment.Individuals obtaining a will should allow a minimum of one hour and couples should allow a minimum of one and a half hours (1.5).If you are married, separate worksheets should be completed for you and your spouse.You will meet with your assigned attorney at the legal office to finalize and execute the will and/or power of attorney.Call 71 (Peterson) or 71 (Schriever) to schedule an appointment with an attorney.After you complete your will worksheet you will be provided a ticket number for that document retain the ticket numbers for each document as you will need to provide them when you make your appointment.Click on “Create Will and Advance Medical Directive Worksheet” and/or “Create Power of Attorney (POA) Worksheet”.To get started with creating your will or power of attorney: Medical – allows another person to make medical decisions for you if you are unable to make them yourself, usually as a result of a medical condition (e.g.selling your car or home, paying your taxes, shipping your household goods, obtaining medical care for your children, or making medical decisions for your pet). Special – a limited power of attorney that allows another person to act on your behalf or handle your affairs only in a specific instance or for a specific purpose (e.g.General – gives another person broad authority to act on your behalf and handle your affairs.If you are unable to act for yourself due to an assignment or a TDY, consider using a power of attorney. Power of Attorney – allows another person to act on your behalf and handle your business, legal, medical, or personal affairs. Living will – explains your desires regarding life-sustaining medical treatment if you are terminally ill, in a persistent vegetative state, or near death also known as an advanced healthcare directive.If you are a parent with minor or dependent children, it allows you to designate a guardian for your children. Basic will – explains what you would like to happen to your body and property in the event of your death, and designates an executor (also known as a personal representative) to carry out your wishes. Please contact our front desk or org box at to get the most recent COVID-19 policies.
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