Health Care Directives in North Dakota

Health Care Directives in North Dakota

Under North Dakota law, a Health Care Directive (formerly called Health Care Powers of Attorney) is a document that legally helps family, friends, physicians, clergy, and others better understand what you want done when you are unable to communicate. It also allows...
Adult Name Change

Adult Name Change

A court process is necessary to obtain an adult name change. Here is an overview of the process: Forms Needed For An Adult Name Change: 1. Notice of Petition For Name Change2. Petition for Name Change3. Affidavit of Petitioner4. Confidential Information Form5. Order...
Becoming a United States Citizen

Becoming a United States Citizen

Benefits Of Citizenship: • You cannot be removed (deported) from the U.S. for any reason.• You can get a U.S. Passport for traveling.• You can vote.• Your minor children born abroad who came to the U.S. with you will automatically become U.S. citizens by law.• You...
Pointers for a Successful Court Hearing

Pointers for a Successful Court Hearing

Your appearance, demeanor, and testimony can be essential to your court hearing. It is important that you are properly prepared. If you follow some basic rules, you should have a more successful hearing. Appearance is important: A neat appearance and proper dress in...
Power of Attorney for Financial Decisions

Power of Attorney for Financial Decisions

What Is A Financial Power of Attorney? • A document in which you appoint someone to handle your financial or other decisions; however, this does not include health decisions. There is a separate document for health care decisions called a Health Care Directive.• The...