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Elder and Special Needs Law

People are living longer and the incidence of disabilities is increasing, so estate planning & Elder Law issues have become more prevalent. The law in this area has become more complex as well, with different rules in each state. Taking action on one issue may unintentionally create other legal problems.

Elder law attorneys work on behalf of aging persons and their families. Most elder law attorneys deal with a broad scope of legal matters concerning an older or handicapped person, including problems associated with health care, long-term care planning, guardianship, retirement, Social Security, Medicare/Medicaid, and other pressing issues.

It is critical for attorneys representing people with disabilities, their families, and loved ones to have a thorough knowledge of the regulations that may be relevant in a certain scenario so as to avoid future difficulties. Elder law attorneys are “specialists” in many respects because of their concentration on the particular concerns of older people, which are frequently more unique and specialized than those of younger individuals. They may handle everything from financial and estate planning to day-to-day concerns regarding the elderly’s actual care, such as assisted living and life planning.

Attorneys who work closely with seniors and people with disabilities understand the intricate financial and social choices their clients have to make. Elder and special needs attorneys have a specialized understanding of their clients that allows them and their employees to disregard the preconceptions about aging and the competence of individuals as they age or those with disabilities. While taking your loved ones’ needs into account, they will also be understanding of some of the physical and mental difficulties that are commonly experienced as people age. They have connections to social workers, geriatric care managers, psychologists, and other professionals who could potentially help you or your loved one.