Why Do I Need an Elder Law Attorney?
Don’t be fooled. Elder Law Attorneys aren’t just for older people. Regardless of your age, income, or marital and family status, a consultation with an Elder Law Attorney will have a big impact on your future. Elder Law Attorneys specialize in planning for the future. For the “what ifs” in life. And we all know, […]
Incapacity Planning in Florida
What do Florida and Maine have in common? Elderly people. While we currently share the highest numbers of elderly people with the great state of Maine, Florida is on track for a significant increase. By 2030, Florida will see a 34% increase in people 60 and older. Therefore, this group will expand its numbers to […]
Medicaid: It’s a Process
Failing to plan is planning to fail. Perhaps Benjamin Franklin was speaking about Medicaid Planning when he first turned this phrase. It certainly applies. As much as seniors want to “age in place,” few have executed estate planning documents that contribute to the success of that plan. Family members find themselves without the authority to […]
Probate: The Least You Need to Know
The subject of probate can be intimidating. Ask any attorney and they will give you these simple words of advice: Avoid it. But what are we avoiding? With or without a will, assets will be distributed. The main difference is with a will you get to choose who your assets are distributed to. Understanding that […]
Elder Law: An Easy Call to Make
Attorneys can get a bad rap. Especially after decades of TV shows and movies sensationalizing the clever lawyer who yells, bullies, and tricks their way into a winning verdict for their client. We’ve been subtly conditioned to be wary of all lawyers. Know any good lawyer jokes? Of course you do. Some types of lawyers […]
Applying for Public Benefits: What to Expect
Alright, fellow procrastinators. It’s time to stop delaying the inevitable and apply for public benefits. The number one reason we don’t apply? We already assume we won’t qualify. Like with most things in life, the more you know, the less you have to fear. Also, having a knowledgeable Public Benefits Attorney review your case can […]
Aging Parents: Can I Be a Guardian?
If you are 18 years of age or older and have not been convicted of a felony, the short answer is most likely yes – but – guardianship is the option of last resort for seniors in Florida. Alternatives to guardianship are available that can save time, money, and relationships if the senior person assigns […]
Senior Scams: What to Know
It seems like hardly a day passes that we don’t hear another story about a senior losing their life savings to a scammer. From phone calls requesting money to endless emails with “Click here” enticements, senior scams are persistent. No matter where you live, or how old you are, fraud can happen in an instant. […]
Trust Funding: Back to Basics
Establishing a living trust without funding it is a lot like buying a house and then not furnishing it, or buying a car and not putting fuel in it. What’s the point? Your Estate Planning Attorney can draft a comprehensive revocable living trust with a pour-over will to help you avoid probate and plan for […]
Medicaid: Florida Myths and Facts
The myths swirling around Medicaid in Florida are numerous and persistent. For those who believe this program is a retirement strategy, it bears repeating – it is not. While Medicaid is a public benefit, there are specific guidelines for the application, approval, and funding of the benefit. The state of Florida and the federal government […]