Placing Emphasis on Issues that Affect the Elderly
Posted on Sep 22, 2013 8:00am PDT
Elder law is a legal term that covers an area of practice that places emphasis on
issues that affect our nation's growing aging population. The three
major categories that make up elder law include:
estate planning, Medicaid planning, and
guardianship. While these are the three major categories addressed in elder law, elder
law encompasses many more important aspects of an older person's life:
As someone searching for good advice, while you may obtain good information
from a newspaper columnist, the right advice can be particularly hard
to come by when it's regarding the subject of Medicaid and nursing
homes. Since older people face many complicated legal issues such as planning
for possible incapacity and long-term care, they can be particularly difficult
to navigate without legal help. However, planning for issues such as incapacity
or long-term care are very important issues and an important aspect of
the services provided by "elder law attorneys."
As a Miami elder law attorney who has practiced law since 1971, I have
personally assisted countless clients with their elder law issues and
I have published numerous works over the years addressing many aspects
estate law and guardianship matters. I am AV® Rated by Martindale-Hubbell®,
which the highest rating that is given to a lawyer for ethical conduct
and legal ability, and I previously served on the board of directors for
the Alliance for Aging, Inc. Dade & Monroe Counties.
If you need professional, legal guidance with an estate plan or if you
need help addressing any elder law issue, I have the knowledge and experience
necessary to assist you. With over four decades practicing law, I can
determine which legal tools will provide you with the best protection
and help you accomplish your goals. I urge you to
contact my office at (305) 600-5677 to find out how my services can be of benefit to you.