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The Top 5 Dos and Don’ts of Family Conversations Involving Aging Loved Ones’ Needs

If you are lucky enough to gather around the holiday table with multiple generations, aging relatives, and loved ones, consider the kinds of conversations that you may be engaged in or should be having with them at some point...more

When Mom Moves in... Key Legal Considerations Before an Aging Parent Moves in with an Adult Child

As Americans are living longer, more and more seniors are turning to family members for care and support as they age.  In some cases, seniors are even moving in with their adult children.  For some families, this dynamic of...more

6/30/2020  /  Caregivers , Elder Care , Elder Issues

COVID-19: 3 Times When Your Estate Plan Should Be Reviewed

As the coronavirus has made its way to North Carolina, clients are reaching out to the Elder Law Practice Group seeking guidance on whether they should update their existing estate plans.   While our Elder Law attorneys...more

Durable Power of Attorney: Is yours "Hot" Enough?

Many states, including North Carolina, allow people to execute certain legal documents called Powers Attorney. In a Power of Attorney, a person, called the Principal, can appoint other trusted individuals, called Agents, to...more

Senior Planning Checklist

When preparing for the future, seniors and their families can follow this check-list to ensure their needs have been addressed....more

Understanding Trusts: Do you need one? What are the? How do they work?

One of the most common questions clients ask is whether they need a trust. While they are usually seeking a “yes” or “no” answer, as with most legal questions, the correct answer usually is, “It depends.” The answer depends...more

May is National Elder Law Month

Where the month of May celebrates mothers and the Kentucky Derby, the month of May has also been designated as National Elder Law month. This designation was coined by the National Academy of Elder Law Attorneys (NAELA), a...more

Top 5 Reasons that Seniors Should Avoid Sharing a Joint Bank Account with an Adult Child

As seniors age, many seniors believe that they should add an adult child to their bank account. Purely for ease and convenience, a jointly owned bank account would be a good way for an adult child to monitor a senior’s...more

Long-Term Care Options: Paying for Long-Term Care

As a younger person, your fitness may have been at its all-time peak. However, the growing number of candles on your birthday cake may impact your health, wellness, or your ability to meet your care needs or a family member’s...more

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