Miami Elder Law Attorney
As people age, their legal needs change. Elder law arose as a distinct legal field to meet the needs of senior citizens and their families. At Ronald Cutler, P.A., our firm is proud to serve the Miami community. If you have questions about Medicaid planning, guardianship, or another issue, please call us. Seniors deserve an attorney with the experience and compassion to solve their problems in a cost-effective way. Call us to speak with our Miami elder law attorney today.
Providing Comprehensive Elder Law Services
Our firm can assist anyone with the following:
- When a person can no longer take care of themselves, it might be time to seek a guardianship with the court. The guardian usually gains limited control of the ward’s finances and can make other decisions for their daily lives. Let’s review whether the time is right to request guardianship.
- Estate planning. Everyone over 50 should have an estate plan. You need to plan now for who will inherit your assets upon death. We use wills, trusts, and other vehicles and will help you think through your options. Avoid trying to create your own will, because it’s easy to make mistakes which render the document ineffective.
- Durable power of attorney. Our firm can create a durable power of attorney, in which you name an agent to handle your affairs. Creating this document gives you control. You choose your agent and which powers to invest them with. Without a power of attorney, you might find yourself in a guardianship proceeding, with a judge deciding these critical issues. The power of attorney is “durable,” which means it remains valid even after you become incapacitated.
- Medicaid planning. Medicaid is a government-funded health insurance for low-income Americans. Many seniors rely on Medicaid to pay for long-term nursing home care, but the program is means tested. We identify if you meet the income and asset limits. If not, we can also create a trust or other vehicle to help you qualify.
- We help our clients navigate the probate process. This is the court supervised process for administering a person’s estate after death. Many of our clients are elderly spouses named as the personal representative for their husband or wife’s estate, or a child who was named to serve in this role. Being a personal representative is a difficult job, and few people really understand their responsibilities. Let us help guide you through the legal complexities.
- Other needs. Seniors have many questions and concerns. You might want to know if you are eligible for programs like Supplemental Security Income or whether you need a prenup if you are marrying in your gray years. Let’s review what you need to know.
Our Firm is the Right Choice for Your Legal Needs — Contact Our Miami Elder Attorneys
Ronald Cutler, P.A. is proud to offer elder law services to the growing senior community in Miami. Instead of searching online for legal information, pick up the phone and call us, or reach out online. You can schedule a meeting with a Miami elder law attorney at our firm.
