There is a lot to think about when you start working on an estate plan. You will have many decisions to make, and you want to be as informed as possible about your options. Start by reading the articles in our Elder Law and Estate Planning library. Our attorneys and legal researchers bring you detailed information on a variety of topics.
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Don’t Make These Common Estate Planning Mistakes Our Estate Planning team provides a list of common mistakes people make and explains the potential consequences of those mistakes. We can help you avoid them -
Reasons Women Should Have an Estate Plan Women have unique Estate Planning needs and goals. We discuss some of the reasons women should talk to an Estate Planning attorney about a custom plan. -
Understanding Whether Your Loved One Needs Hospice or Palliative Care When an aging loved one needs more support than you can provide, you need to know whether they need hospice or palliative care. We explain the difference. -
What to Do If You Think an Elderly Person Is Being Abused or Neglected If you think an elderly friend is being abused, neglected, or scammed, you should take action to protect them. We tell you what to look for and how to help. -
Business Planning to Protect Your Assets Business owners of all types need to take steps to protect both business and personal assets. -
Why Scam Artists Target the Elderly and How to Stop Them Help protect your elderly loved ones from scams by learning about how common scams work. We share some strategies for avoiding scams & protecting your money. -
Federal American Rescue Plan Act Has Important Benefits for Seniors Ready to take advantage of the benefits for seniors in the American Rescue Plan Act? Learn which provisions could help you and how to make the most of them. -
If You Have a Degenerative Disease, You Should Do Some Important Estate Planning Now If you or a loved one has been diagnosed with ALS, Parkinson’s, or a similar disease, consider taking these estate planning steps with our help soon. -
How to Pay for Various Long-Term Care Options for an Elderly Loved One What are your options when an elderly parent needs help with daily tasks? We provide an overview of long-term care services and how to pay for them here. -
Planning for Your Absence When You Have a Dependent With Special Needs If you have a child or other dependent with special needs, your estate plan should address what will happen to them if you become incapacitated or die.