Focusing on the unique needs of older adults or people with disabilities is important to our legal team. Elder Law services include issues like Medicare and financial planning, setting up trusts, or establishing a power of attorney. If you are in this tough season of life where a parent or older loved one is declining, you can turn to our experts for additional help. Our elder law experts can help you with documents, special needs planning, and much more, giving caregivers peace of mind about the last years of their loved one’s life.
Preparation Of Wills And Trusts
Creating a will early, while you or a loved one is still able to make conscious decisions, will help prevent stress later on. Wills and trusts will clearly lay out what will happen after you pass away. Handling these questions while your brain is still sharp will allow you to express your wishes clearly and save your family from heightened emotions.
Wills and trusts can set up who manages your finances if you become incapacitated, what kind of medical care you recieve, protect your savings, and how your family handles your belongings. Our team can help you draft wills, trusts, and living documents that will help give you peace of mind as you age.
Choosing Personal Representatives
Choosing a power of attorney and an executor of your will can help ensure that your final wishes are met. Choosing representatives to carry out your medical wishes while you are still alive or to help distribute your assets after you pass may be overwhelming, but it will save everyone stress in the future. This ensures that your precious belongings get into the right hands and, if you are incapacitated, that your health is cared for.
An agent who acts on your behalf should have your best interests at heart, so our legal team can help you make this crucial decision. This person will be able to make financial decisions, transfer assets, pay bills, and make medical decisions. Choose your representative with care and after careful consideration for the best results.
Medicare Or Medicaid Planning
Qualifying for long-term benefits of Medicaid or Medicare usually involves restructuring your assets. When your assets exceed $3,000, you or a loved one may not qualify for nursing home or home health, or may lose medical coverage. Our legal team can help preserve your assets while helping you qualify for the medical care you will need. Lawyers can also help you draft applications for Medicaid and Medicare, ensuring that paperwork is completed correctly and required documents are included in the application. Professional Medicaid and Medicare planners are best suited for this task to accurately represent your income, assets, and current medical state.
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When Should I Hire An Elder Law Attorney?
Wondering if an Elder Law expert is right for you? Here are some of the situations that are best for legal experts to handle:
- You or a loved one is over 55 and interested in estate planning
- You or a loved one is incapacitated, diagnosed with a disability, or needs long-term assistance
- Disabled or special needs patients
- Want to understand the benefits of Medicaid or Medicare
- You have questions about being a fiduciary and its responsibilities
More About WW Partners
WW Partners has been working in the legal sphere for many years, helping Utah residents and business owners have a high quality of life. Our legal experts can help you with business operations, elder law services, personal financial planning, and securities. Our hard-working lawyers are skilled and trained in many different areas, allowing you to have peace of mind when working with our team. Working with a quality lawyer will set you up for a more successful future. Even if you are not sure where to start, set up a meeting with our team in Salt Lake to learn more information and protect yourself from undue stress.
Frequently Asked Questions
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How Do I Find A Qualified Attorney?
When searching for an Elder Law attorney or other legal expert, there are some qualities you should look for. You should also have a list of questions you want to ask the attorney at the first meeting to learn more about them. The most important aspect to look for is how long they have been practicing and if they specialize in the problem you are dealing with. Ask questions such as, How do you handle specialty cases? Do you meet with us weekly or monthly? Can I see the results of some of your past cases?
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Can Your Lawyers Help With Cases Of Elder Abuse?
Elders are more vulnerable to different forms of abuse, including financial, sexual, and physical abuse. Our team can help represent you or a loved one if they have been a victim of elder abuse. These cases can be extremely emotional and require special care. Hiring a lawyer that you trust and feel comfortable with will help your case have a successful outcome. WW Partners would be happy to represent you in an elder abuse case.