Common Questions We Hear

Elder law covers the legal issues that tend to arise as people age — healthcare decisions, long-term care funding, guardianship, and protecting assets while staying eligible for benefits like Medicaid.

In most cases, yes. Even with a fully funded trust, we recommend a "pour-over" will to catch any assets that weren't transferred into the trust during your lifetime.

It typically involves restructuring how assets are held or spent so that a client meets Medicaid's income and asset limits without leaving a spouse or family without resources. Strategies differ depending on how much lead time you have.

We'll talk through your situation, answer your initial questions, and outline what a plan might look like — with no obligation to move forward.

It varies by estate, but a straightforward probate can often be completed within several months, while more complex or contested estates can take considerably longer.

Yes. Even after care has started, there are often still planning options available, including crisis Medicaid strategies. It's worth a call before assuming nothing can be done.