What are Alternatives to Guardianship?
We all want to protect vulnerable people from harm. However, taking away all their rights usually isn’t the place to start. Instead, there are several less severe options that could be the right way to go.
We all want to protect vulnerable people from harm. However, taking away all their rights usually isn’t the place to start. Instead, there are several less severe options that could be the right way to go.
The three main areas of focus for elder law attorneys include health care, estate and tax planning and guardianship matters.
So, what happens with your estate plans if you are not in a traditional nuclear family? There is quite a lot that can fall under the umbrella of a non-traditional family, and the recommendations will vary depending on your specific circumstances.
Here are some important parts of your estate plan that should be reviewed.
Estate planning should always be customized to each individual creating a plan. This is particularly important when planning for beneficiaries with disabilities.
Like DMX and Prince, many Black Americans have failed to participate in the estate planning process.
Estate planning is not a requirement. No one can force you to make your will, create a power of attorney or to own your property in a way to avoid probate. As a result, people too often let common estate planning excuses stand in their way.
Without a will, decisions made about your property and assets will be handed over to local courts, which can make an already challenging time even harder for your loved ones.
Seeking a guardianship for a loved one is a decision that shouldn’t be taken lightly. Here’s how the process works.
Seeking a guardianship for a loved one is a decision that shouldn’t be taken lightly. Here’s how the process works.
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