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Mediation

Mediation is a form of Alternative Dispute Resolution (ADR) which is an alternative to the traditional litigation process. Mediation is an informal, non-court, process wherein a neutral, third person assists the opposing parties to reach a voluntary, negotiated resolution.

Mediation gives the parties the opportunity to discuss the issues that . . . → Read More: Mediation

Adult Guardianship Litigation

Adult guardianship is a legal process through the county Probate Court whereby a judge determines whether a person has legal capacity.

If a person is deemed to have no legal capacity, then a guardianship is granted and the “ward” then loses most of his civil rights.

The guardianship . . . → Read More: Adult Guardianship Litigation

Geriatric Care Management

Geriatric care management addresses critical needs for seniors within the American health care system. Geriatric care management is often used during a crisis, but is highly encouraged to be utilized as a preventative service to avoid crises.

Geriatric care managers (GCM) assist people who are experiencing the increased . . . → Read More: Geriatric Care Management

Estate Planning

The process whereby a person creates legal documents that outline the disposition of personal and real property upon death. The most common legal tools used are the Last Will and Testament and a Living Trust. The specific documents that are necessary depend upon your specific situation.

Estate planning is . . . → Read More: Estate Planning

Medicaid Planning

Many people believe that a person must spend all their assets or give them all away three years (now five years) before applying for Medicaid benefits.

This is NOT true! Most people can benefit from Medicaid Planning to help preserve their assets and still qualify for Medicaid benefits.

Medicaid . . . → Read More: Medicaid Planning, Applications & Appeals

Disability Planning For Yourself

A Disability can be either a physical disability or a cognitive disability. In both circumstances, the person with the disability may need the help of other people to pay bills, talk with physicians, etc. In order for another person to have the legal authority to provide that . . . → Read More: Disability Planning

Veteran Benefits Planning

Veteran’s and widow(er)s of veterans may receive additional benefits from the VA if they need assistance with their activities of daily living (bathing, walking, eating, toileting, dressing).

The benefit is a Special Monthly Pension called “Aid & Attendance.” This benefit is based on a person’s assets and . . . → Read More: Veteran Benefits Planning

Life Care Planning

What is Life Care Planning?

Life Care Planning is an integrated planning approach that addresses the health care, legal, and financial issues of aging and disability.

What are the goals of a Life Care Plan?

To promote good health, safety, and well-being at all times To . . . → Read More: Life Care Planning