18 and Legal: The 4 Documents Every Young Adult Needs with Jessica Zadjura of Zadjura Family Law LLC

Turning 18 is exciting—and it quietly changes almost everything about how you can show up for your child in an emergency. In this parent-friendly session, we’ll explain why “adulthood on paper” means doctors, schools, and banks may no longer be allowed to talk to you, even if you’re the one paying the bills. We’ll walk through the four essential legal documents that help your young adult name the people they trust to step in if they’re sick, traveling, or facing a financial or medical emergency. You’ll hear what these documents actually do (in normal-people language), when they matter most, and how to approach the conversation with a teen or college student who doesn’t want to think about “what ifs.” We’ll also cover what “minimum viable” planning looks like for different family situations, so you can start with the essentials instead of feeling like you have to do everything at once. Expect practical examples, helpful scripts, and plenty of reassurance that you don’t have to get it perfect to make a big difference. You’ll leave with a clear checklist to get these documents in place and a better understanding of how to support your young adult without overstepping. Hosted by Fresh Starts Registry and attorney Jessica Zadjura of Zadjura Family Law LLC.