| Why Consult an Elder Law Attorney? |
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In the absence of informed counsel, it is not uncommon for planning
efforts taken on behalf of older or disabled persons -- even with
seemingly "simple" affairs -- to have unintended significant legal side
effects. An experienced Elder Law Attorney can competently guide you
toward meeting your objectives while avoiding the unforseen pitfalls
which often plague the unwary.
Matters routinely addressed by and Elder Law Attorney include assisting
individuals with the following:
- Assessing the client's circumstances considering federal
tax, social security, Medicare, Medicaid, SSI laws, and
state property laws, and recommending the best course of
action in accordance with these laws.
- Drafting trusts, wills, and other documents to ensure that
the senior or disabled individual's wishes are carried out even
if he or she is not able to provide personal direction at some
future time.
- Determining the best method of paying for long-term health
care, and taking the steps necessary to implement that plan.
- Arriving at difficult decisions regarding matters such as
end-of-life issues, the continued independence of the senior or
disabled individual, and financial matters.
- Establishing a means for keeping financial and medical
decision making within the family, thereby avoiding the need for
guardianship.
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