Oftentimes new clients come to us saying they "need a will," so that they can make sure that their financial affairs are properly managed after death. In addition to taking care of one's financial matters after death, it may be just as important to make sure that a plan is in place for the management of one's finances during life if one becomes unable to do so. As such, in addition to a will, part of every comprehensive estate plan, no matter how simple or complex the plan itself may be, should include a financial power of attorney.