An Estate Planning Guide for Young Parents
In most cases, young parents do not imagine they might die or become seriously ill or injured. As unlikely as such a serious event is when we are young, it is a possibility. This is why we pay for medical…
Revise Your Estate Plan Upon Divorce
Getting divorced can be an emotionally challenging experience (especially when children are involved), and it usually results in financial hardship. Rarely is the division of assets an amicable process. While your estate plan may be the furthest thing from your…
The Probate Process
In the United States, probate refers to the legal process of formalizing a will and appointing a personal representative (executor) to administer the estate. Navigating the probate process will vary according to state law. Therefore, it is good to contact…
Elder Law and Technology for Seniors
Smart homes, telehealth, and the internet of things enable many aging Americans to live more safely and independently at home. Elder law and at-home medical technology uses can intersect in several ways. Whether you are a senior looking to stay…
Disability-Related Guardianships
Individuals with developmental disabilities who can't make important decisions or care for themselves in adulthood may need guardianships and conservatorships. Establishing a legal guardian is the job of the court, which appoints a person (guardian) to make personal and financial…
Estate Planning for Seniors
The majority of older adults believe estate planning is important, but less than half of those over 55 have a will, a living will, or health care directives. These documents help guide your representatives to provide the end-of-life wishes you…
4 Main Obstacles to Digital Era Estate Planning
As the Internet of Things (IoT) increasingly permeates our lives, it is more necessary than ever to identify the digital property you own and manage it. From smart home devices to online investments and bank accounts, we’ve gone way beyond…
Medical Estate Planning Documents
Estate planning is most commonly associated with wills, trusts, and passing assets to the next generation. However, there is another part of estate planning that doesn’t get as much attention. It concerns advance health care planning. Have you thought about…
Medicaid Gift Penalty
As Americans age, we are also living longer, which means more of us will require long-term care in the future. It is estimated that seven out of ten Americans will need long-term care during their lives. Long-term care can include…
The Role of the Elder Law Attorney
Elder law encompasses a wide range of legal issues pertaining to elderly or disabled persons. Attorneys practicing elder law advocate for seniors and create legal plans to help them live better. Elder law may include planning for retirement, Social Security,…