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Do I Need a Lawyer for a Power of Attorney?

While power of attorney (POA) forms are widely available online at little to no cost, do-it-yourself options can end up costing you thousands if they are not done right.

July 8, 2025
Aging in Place with Community Medicaid

For most of us, if the time ever came that we needed assistance, our preferred option would be to remain at home in our familiar setting surrounded by family. For many, the Community Based Long Term Care Program, commonly referred to as Community Medicaid makes that an affordable and therefore viable option.

June 26, 2017
Will Disinheritance

My spouse recently passed away and I just learned that he disinherited me in his Will. What rights do I have?

June 12, 2017
Managed Long Term Care

My mother has Community Medicaid and she lives in her own home. Now the Managed Long Term Care provider, GuildNet, is leaving this area. What are my options? Will her hours of care be reduced? Should I be worried?

May 19, 2017
Medicaid Recertification

Once someone has been approved for Community Medicaid (home care benefits) or Chronic Medicaid (nursing home benefits) they will need to recertify with the local Department of Social Services each year. The recertification notice comes with an application that must be completed and sent in prior to the due date.

May 12, 2017
End of Life Decisions

My mother is getting older and I am nervous I will not know how to make the right medical decisions for her if the situation arises. What can we do to prepare in case that happens?

April 7, 2017
Comprehensive Power of Attorney

If my mom signed the Power of Attorney provided by the bank, does she need to sign any other Power of Attorney?

April 7, 2017
Who is Responsible for an Estate’s Debts?

My father recently passed away. He owes more than he has in assets. As his surviving child, am I responsible for his debt?

March 6, 2017
Community Medicaid: Home Health Aide v. Medical Model Daycare

I am considering applying for Community Medicaid for my father, but I am not sure if my mother will accept a home health aide into her home. What, if anything, could Community Medicaid offer other than a home health aide?

February 24, 2017
Medicare Rehabilitation Days

As you may know, Medicare will pay for a patient to receive rehabilitation in a facility if they have a qualifying stay in a hospital: being admitted to the hospital for two nights.

February 8, 2017
Estate Closure and Fiduciary Liability

I am the Executor of my mother’s estate. I have collected the assets, paid her expenses, and am ready to close the estate. Can you advise me on how to proceed?

December 12, 2016

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In the landmark case of Connelly v. United States, the Supreme Court addressed critical issues concerning the estate tax implications of life insurance proceeds used in the redemption of stock in closely held corporations.

June 17, 2025 Read Article

Our criminal courts protect victims. Our civil courts provide a forum for the peaceful resolution of disputes. Our family and surrogate’s courts guide families through what may be the most traumatic experience of their lives.

May 13, 2025 Read Article

As we reflect on the complexities of family law, let us work together to support our justices, understanding the weight of their responsibilities and the importance of their decisions.

May 13, 2025 Read Article

The Medicaid Asset Protection Trust (“MAPT”) is alive and well in the Elder law practitioner’s toolbox and is the best option for protecting real property.

May 13, 2025 Read Article

The federal government and the marketplace are undergoing revolutionary changes that will inevitably transform the business of law and operation of courts. The question arising from the uncertainty is, how so?

May 6, 2025 Read Article

In this guest post by Maria Torroella Carney, MD, FACP, learn what contributes to aging and what can be done to encourage healthy aging.

September 17, 2024 Read Article