There is a lot to think about when you start working on an estate plan. You will have many decisions to make, and you want to be as informed as possible about your options. Start by reading the articles in our Elder Law and Estate Planning library. Our attorneys and legal researchers bring you detailed information on a variety of topics.
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Avoid Common Pitfalls When Helping Children and Grandchildren FinanciallyToday’s seniors are savers, and they often want to help the next generations with financial struggles. Learn how to avoid pitfalls when lending a helping hand.
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When Your Assets Are Tied Up in a Family Farm, How Do You Pay for a Nursing Home?If you are land rich but cash poor, as many farmers are, how can you manage a health crisis? Our Elder Law and Estate Planning attorneys have some advice.
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Second Marriages Late in Life Can Create Estate Planning and Long Term Care IssuesGetting re-married after retirement can be a blessing, but you will have to enter the marriage with your eyes wide open to protect your individual assets.
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Issues That Can Arise When a Family Member Serves as the Caregiver for an Elderly RelativeIf one child is the primary caregiver for an elderly parent, it can cause problems within the family. Learn about issues that can arise and how to resolve them.
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Legal Strategies for Protecting a Loved One With Dementia or Other Mental IllnessWhen you realize that your loved one is in danger because of their mental state, you can take legal steps to protect them from harm. Discover your options here.
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The Key to Aging on Your Own Terms Is a Manageable Living EnvironmentAs you age, you want to remain independent for as long as possible. One way to do this is to sell the big house and find a smaller, more manageable home.
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Important Considerations When Choosing a Nursing HomeThe nursing home you choose could mean the difference between being well taken care of and suffering unnecessarily. We help families make this decision.
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Is Your Elderly Loved One a Victim of Physical or Financial Abuse?Our elderly loved ones are particularly vulnerable to neglect, abuse, and exploitation. We discuss some common forms of abuse and how to protect those we love.
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Contesting a Will Is Not as Easy as You Might ThinkYou may not be happy with what your family member’s Will says, but getting it thrown out is a difficult process. Learn about contesting Wills here.
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Understanding the Impact of 2020’s SECURE Act on Retirement SavingsStarting in January 2020, the federal SECURE Act brings some significant changes to the way retirees can use retirement savings. We discuss the main provisions.