Our attorneys have been helping seniors with estate planning and asset protection in New York for almost 20 years, and they share this wealth of experience in these helpful blog posts. Get tips for smart estate planning, paying for a nursing home, and caring for aging and disabled loved ones here.
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Ways to Spend Down Without Incurring a Medicaid Penalty in New YorkA New York Medicaid planning lawyer explains how to spend excess funds during the lookback period without risking benefit delays and penalties.
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A Step-by-Step Guide for People Who Have Been Diagnosed With DementiaA New York elder law attorney explains why patients and families should meet with a lawyer as soon as possible after a dementia diagnosis.
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The Importance of Funding Your Irrevocable Trust as Soon as PossibleA New York Medicaid planning lawyer explains why it’s vital for people to fund their trust correctly and promptly to avoid problems in the future.
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Benefits of Using an Asset Protection Trust to Qualify for MedicaidAn irrevocable asset protection trust can help New Yorkers qualify for Medicaid benefits, but only if the trust meets certain requirements.
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Medicaid Lookback Period Has Been Pushed to October 2022New Yorkers who are thinking about applying for Medicaid home care benefits could be subject to a lookback period between 15 and 30 months.
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Ask Your Elder Law Attorney About Asset ProtectionOur New York elder law attorneys explain what asset protection is, as well as the methods that can be used to preserve your holdings for your heirs.
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Changes to the Look-Back Period in 2021 Could Affect Medicaid EligibilityNew York State has imposed a new Medicaid look-back period on home healthcare services. Our elder law attorneys explain how this new law could affect you.
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How to Choose the Right Attorney for Your Elder Law PlanningIf you are looking for an elder law attorney in New York, make sure your chosen law firm can address your specific needs during life care and estate planning.
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What You Should Know About Working With an Elder Law Attorney Before You Hire OneIf you are looking for a New York elder law attorney, you should ask specific questions to determine whether the lawyer is right for you.
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Putting Yourself First as You Begin Life Care PlanningOur New York elder law attorneys explain how to create a life care plan that can be invaluable for you and your family members in the event of incapacitation.