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Elder Law

Area of legal practice focusing on the special needs and problem areas of those over fifty. The firm possesses a comprehensive knowledge in the area of Elder Law. The goal is to enable every person to continue to live with dignity and without undue dependency on their family or the Welfare System.

These goals can be achieved by proper Asset Protection, Asset Planning, Health and Personal Care Planning. The documents to further these goals are drafting a Will, Living Will, General Durable Powers of Attorney and Trust when appropriate.

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        IMPORTANCE OF A LIVING WILL

        IMPORTANCE OF A WILL

Also if applicable, give advice in applying for government assistance so that the spouse and children are left with adequate income and resources.

Our firm is a member of the NAELA (National Academy of Elder Law Attorneys).

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MEDICAID PROPOSAL ARTICLE

NEWLY PASSED MEDICAID LAW BY CONGRESS

Why Work With A NAELA Attorney?

NAELA is non-profit association that assists lawyers, bar organization and others who work with older clients and families who deal with legal issues affecting the elderly and disabled.

NAELA promotes improvement in substantive law, legal education, and ethical guidelines in serving older persons.

	The inherent complexities of Elder law truly require an expert in the field of legal needs for the elderly.
	You receive expertise in the areas of law which directly impact the elderly
	You realize a sense of understanding from an attorney sensitive to the specific difficulties which the elderly face.
	You develop a professional working relationship with an attorney who fully understands the potential for physical and mental limitations in the elderly.
	You have on your side an attorney who clearly grasps the formal and informal systems which deal with the elderly; including hospitals, social workers, discharge planners, nursing homes and geriatric physician.
	For more information, please visit the National Academy of Elder Law Attorneys at http://www.naela.com

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