It is likely that a local elder law attorney will be able to advise on how to save a good portion, if not all, of your mother's home from Medicaid...

What to do if elderly parent refuses to take action

I agree with my colleagues that you should consult a local elder law attorney about a guardianship. This could be an uphill battle, as judges are...

I agree with my colleagues. do not do ANY gifting without SPECIFIC legal advice from a local attorney who has reviewed your mother in law's unique...

A young mom with cancer & chemo brain was scammed to buy a mobile home. Now they wont let her out of the Lease to Own.What to do

I repeat my answer to have the contract reviewed by a nonprofit legal services organization. There are several laws, on the federal level that may...

A young mom with cancer & chemo brain was scammed to buy a mobile home. Now they wont let her out of the Lease to Own.What to do

I would h ave the agreement reviewed by a local legal services organization. There are several federal laws addressing the sale of a home and...

How much should legal fees cost me for services I need to be in control of my mom's estate?

You should seek a consultation with an elder law attorney in your area. As part of this consultation, they will evaluate your options with...

I need a lawyer to handle a power of attorney matter. What area does the lawyer need to practice in?

In Georgia, several of the volunteer legal clinics provide assistance with POA's free of charge, I would suggest investigating this route.

How do I ensure the home my parents own will not be taken from them in case one or both need to enter a nursing home, Rehab, etc

I agree with the advice of my colleagues. You should consult an experienced Massachusetts elder law attorney. Any money placed in an irrevocable...

Must you forfeit all assets when going into a nursing home?

He will need to reduce his liquid assets to under $2,000. I would advise against him giving away assets. He could use the funds to pay off debt,...

Can a home be confiscated if an elderly person still lives at home and only uses medicaid for meds, dr, hospital visits?

I agree with the advice given by my colleagues. There will not be a forced sale of the home while the Medicaid recipient is still alive. ...