Published on January 13, 2020. Last Updated on December 30, 2025. Most people understand that estate planning is important. They know they should have
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Long-Term Care Insurance: Not Just for Nursing Homes
Published on January 17, 2020. Last Updated on December 23, 2025. Long-term care insurance is one of the most misunderstood topics in estate planning
Your Loved One Just Passed Away: What to Do First
Published on January 24, 2020. Last Updated on December 16, 2025. When a loved one passes away, families are often overwhelmed with emotion, uncertainty,
In-Office or Virtual? The Best Way to Meet With Your Elder Law Attorney
Published on August 25, 2020. Last Updated on November 25, 2025. Estate planning and elder law services have evolved significantly in recent years. You
Insecurity Under the New SECURE Act: What It Means for Your Estate Plan
Published on January 29, 2020. Last Updated on October 14, 2025. On December 20, 2019, Congress passed one of the most significant pieces of
How to Help Your Loved One Avoid Isolation: A Guide for Families and Caregivers
Published on March 1, 2022. Last Updated on September 30, 2025. As an elder law attorney, I often see how social isolation can deeply
Time to Declutter
Years ago, my best friend’s parents passed away in an airplane accident. I vividly remember going to their house with my mother to bring food
How Soon is Soon Enough to get a Life Care Plan?
A life care plan is a living, breathing, document that provides for you as you age. It is a tool that helps you plan for
My Loved One is in a Nursing Home, is it too Late?
“My loved one is in a nursing home, is it too late?” The simple answer is no, it is not too late! The only time
Estate planning and the Dysfunctional Family
Over my career as an estate planning and elder law attorney, I swear I have seen just about everything. I cannot remember a fact pattern that
Considerations For Trust Type
Trusts are a major tool in estate planning. Trusts can be used for disability planning, probate avoidance, asset protection, and/or tax planning. Given the high
Comparing Life Care Planning to Traditional Elder Law
This year, we are getting the word out there about the Life Care Planning we offer that involves a licensed social worker to act as











