Advance Directives- Cleveland Elder Law Attorney
Advance directives are important aspects of planning for your future. They prevent your loved ones from being responsible for making the toughest of decisions once you are unable to make decisions yourself. The advance directives include a healthcare power of attorney and a living will. A healthcare power of attorney [...]
Conservatorship- Cleveland Elder Law Attorney
Conservatorship is designated by the probate court, and allows one party the power to make financial decisions for another party. While it may sound like a guardianship arrangement, the big difference is that the courts will not require a medical examination to occur in order for the judge to determine [...]
Guardianship- Cleveland Elder Law Attorney
Probate court establishes guardianship by appointing a person to make the personal decisions for someone who is unable to do so themselves. Usually a family member will initiate the process by going to the county in which the person needing guardianship resides and filing a petition. After the petition is [...]
Testament Trusts, Irrevocable Trusts and Special Needs Trusts
In addition to Living Trusts, there are additional trusts that may be appropriate for your loved ones situations. As with any legal trust situations, it is best to consult with an experienced elder law attorney to determine what is the best option for your needs. Testimony Trusts The Testamentary Trust [...]
Alzheimer’s and the Living Trust – Cleveland Elder Law Attorney
There are numerous types of trusts available for estate planning, but the most important types for Alzheimer’s or dementia patients is the Living Trust. The living trust provides for the private management of assets by the person you appoint to do so if you are unable to manage your assets [...]
Preparing to Write the Last Will and Testament- Cleveland Elder Attorney
If you are helping a loved one that has recently been diagnosed with Alzheimer’s prepare their Last Will and Testament, the volume of information your elder law attorney asks for may be overwhelming. Before you visit your attorney, use this list to help you be as prepared as possible, and [...]
Alzheimer’s and the Last Will and Testament
The Last Will and Testament is one of the most basic elements of estate planning, but one that can be challenging to deal with if a loved one has been diagnosed with Alzheimer’s disease. Because of the nature of the disease, it is crucial that the Last Will and Testament [...]
Alzheimer’s Disease and Planning- Cleveland Elder Law Attorney
Estate planning is one of the kindest things that you can do for your family. It takes the burden off of family members, and ultimately saves time, money and aggravation down the road. If a diagnosis of Alzheimer’s disease has been given to a loved one, it is imperative you [...]