Do You Need an Attorney?

Whether or not you want to obtain the services of an attorney will probably depend on how much work you are planning on doing with some of these legal issues. There are many ways to get free information and simple do-it-yourself legal documents if you want to try to do this without the aid of an attorney. Consider using the Internet, your local library or some government agencies that concern themselves with the ill and aging.

Please remember, however, that it is very important to know the law before you and the senior make any important decisions. You may want to consider doing your homework and then consulting an attorney. This will keep your legal costs down but assure you that there will be no expensive or painful surprises later.

Here is just a small sample of the kinds of questions you may want to consider:

·    Is the senior getting the most out of their health insurance, Medicare, Medicaid, disability and prescription coverage?

·    How can I make certain that I have the appropriate legal power to make prompt medical and financial decisions if needed?

·    How exactly should the senior set up a living will and durable power of attorney?

·    Is the senior getting the full benefit from investments or Social Security and will these benefits be passed along to survivors with a minimum of problems and expense?

·    How will I know when to ask a judge to appoint a guardian or conservator to handle the affairs of an incapacitated senior?

·    Are all the necessary legal documents in order? Are these the correct documents I need to accomplish the senior's desires and avoid unnecessary taxes or legal hang-ups?

Most attorneys are capable of helping you with legal issues relating to trusts, insurance, investments, disability and so on. Elder law is a legal specialty that concerns itself with seniors and their caregivers.

No matter if you chose to consult an attorney or not, please understand the necessity of completing the proper legal documentation. It will only take a few simple steps for a senior to protect his/her home or savings from being depleted to pay for long term care.

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