Hiring an attorney is a difficult decision, but elder law in particular is a complicated field. Beyond simple estate planning, a good elder law attorney will advise clients on a range of long term care planning issues, taking into consideration emotional and other non-legal issues. Estate planning – taking care of what happens to your assets …
Estate Planning and Probate
HOLIDAYS MAY BRING REALIZATIONS WITHIN FAMILY
The holidays are, for most people, a combination of tradition, nostalgia, stress and joy. We work hard preparing for our holidays, from finding just the right gift for a child to squeeze, to card sending and traditional baking in between open houses and business obligations. On top of the holiday celebrations, it’s also the time of year for last …
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KEEPING YOUR RESIDENCE IS POSSIBLE
Maurice and Giselle had lived on their family farm for over 30 years. Recently, Maurice suffered a stroke and his doctor told him needed long-term nursing home care. “Finding a nursing home is not the problem, “ Giselle said, when she came to my office. “There is a nursing home in town where my parents lived for years. Our family was very happy …
Juggling family responsibilities while caring for aging parents
America is aging and people are living longer than ever before. Such conditions have given rise to what’s known as the “sandwicher” phenomenon. Sandwichers are typically Baby Boomers with children living at home, who also manage or provide for their parents’ care as well. Sandwichers are already stretched thin, given their numerous …
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Does inheritance count for Medicaid?
Timing is everything. How often have you heard someone express that sentiment? While it’s often true of life in general, it’s certainly true in Medicaid planning. So, does an inheritance count as an asset for Medicaid purposes? For a single person, the answer is clearly, “Yes”. If a single individual is spending down his or her assets, and …
