Eldercare Lawyer Blog
Joint Ownership Can Cause Problems
“Should I add one of my children to my bank account?” It is a question I have…
October 9, 2023
The New Jersey Exit Tax
There are no assets more important to a person than her home. I meet with clients every…
September 25, 2023
Is This Legal?
There are many misconceptions that surround elder law. The defining feature of elder law is Medicaid planning…
September 11, 2023
Do I Need To List My Assets in My Will?
Does a last will and testament have to list all of your assets? Many of my clients…
July 31, 2023
Probate Is Simple
When a parent dies, her family members need to settle her financial affairs. The need to settle…
July 10, 2023
Be Proud, But Plan
Estate planning for a gay couple requires that the attorney consider several issues. One of the most…
May 31, 2023
I Want To Avoid Probate
“I want to make it as easy as possible for my family after I die. What should…
May 30, 2023
What Taxes Will My Family Pay?
What taxes will my family pay after I die? Many of my clients are concerned about the…
May 15, 2023
Do I Have To Use an Irrevocable Trust?
“Can I use a revocable trust for that instead of an irrevocable trust?” I get that question…
May 1, 2023
Planning for a Second Marriage
What should a married couple in a second marriage consider when drafting their last wills and testaments…
March 27, 2023
How the Sausage Is Made
I draft a lot of financial powers of attorney, health care directives, and last wills. A lot…
March 13, 2023
What Type of Trust Do I Need?
When should I have a revocable trust? When should I have an irrevocable trust? I hear these…
February 27, 2023