estate planning attorney

      Medicaid planning can be very complex as the rules change frequently and differ in each state. The application in this regard is time consuming and the review process is very lengthy. Th cost of being refused Medicaid is too much and can have a negative effect on the comfort, satisfaction and even the wellbeing of the patient as well as their whole family . We help clients structure their financial resources and prepare the right documentation that ensures the high possibility of being accepted into the Medicaid program. We also manage finances to ensure spouse has sufficient income and resources to live independently. Many families think if it is really necessary to hire a Medicaid planner. It is not true but the process of receiving aid can be complex and long. In such circumstances, getting help can boost your chances of receiving aid. Medical planning has proved practical, cost-effective and advisable in several cases. We understand that every family’s s...

    When you die, one of the first things that is called into question is your will and estate. Probate is a necessary legal process that every estate goes through before any assets from the estate are disbursed according to the will. Probate gives any debtor a chance to present any claims they many have against the estate. Probate is often a lengthy process. It can last several weeks or several months. Meanwhile, your assets are tied up in the legal system. Your intended beneficiaries will not have access to them until probate is completed. This might present a problem if one or more of your intended heirs needs access to funds quickly. Worse yet, the probate process can eat up much of the value of your assets in legal and other fees the longer the process takes and the more contested the will and estate are. The lengthier the probate process and the more contested your will, the more stressful the situation for your heirs. That’s not to mention the financial hit your a...

      The cost of residential nursing home care has skyrocketed over the years. Currently, the average cost of a nursing home in California ranges between $8,000 and $10,000 depending on your location and whether you’re considering a private or semi-private room. For many, this monthly cost is out of reach. That’s even more so when private insurance doesn’t help cover the cost. If you’re considering Medicaid or Medi-Cal, then there are a few things you should know. First, regardless of whether you qualify for Medicaid or Medi-Cal, the upon your death, the state has a right to lay a claim against your assets to attempt to reclaim some of the costs associated with your long-term care or other medical expenses. However, this doesn’t mean your spouse or significant other needs to liquidate everything for repayment. There are other options available. To explore them, you’ll need the help of an expertwho’s familiar with the intricacies of California law and Medicaid. You’ll...