Orlando Elder Law Attorney
Ronald Cutler, P.A., is proud to offer elder law services to the Orlando community. As we age, our lifestyles change, but our legal needs change as well. Experienced elder law attorneys know how to provide valuable legal services to seniors and their loved ones to help plan for expected life events, as well as for emergencies. Call us today if you would like to learn more about the legal services we provide. An Orlando elder law attorney can meet for a consultation.
Our Elder Law Services
Elder law is a rapidly expanding field. We can help seniors with critical legal issues, such as:
- Estate planning. Do you not have a will yet? Let us create a will or trust, or both. We can also discuss other ways to leave assets to family members, such as retitling them or creating a joint tenancy with right of survivorship. We can also discuss whether to buy life insurance to provide income to loved ones upon your death, or even long-term care insurance.
- Advance directives. We can create a durable power of attorney to help with life choices, including financial choices, when you can no longer handle your own affairs. We can also designate a health care surrogate and create a living will. A key consideration is identifying who will make decisions for you when you can no longer make them yourself. Let’s discuss possible choices. Many people name their spouse or eldest child, but these might not be quite right for you.
- Government benefits. Our firm can help clients access critical benefits, such as Medicaid. Some programs are means tested, and we can use different legal vehicles to shield assets which should allow you to qualify for care. The cost of nursing home care is outrageous. By shielding some assets, you can come in under the income or asset guidelines.
- Care coordination. Families often need help with care for an elderly loved one. We can help find the right long-term care facility and investigate if you suspect the place is negligent or abusive.
- One of the consequences of growing older is losing the ability to handle basic tasks, like paying bills or buying groceries. We have worked with concerned children and other family members to seek guardianship when their loved one can no longer take care of themselves. Let our firm analyze and file the correct documents with the court.
These are some of the most common legal issues we handle for seniors or their children. Contact us if you have questions about something else. Our firm is committed to providing high-quality legal services. An elder law attorney does more than simply draft documents. We also provide expert guidance and answer any questions you have about growing older.
Speak with an Orlando Elder Law Attorney Today
Compassionate representation is the building block of everything we do. At Ronald Cutler, P.A., our Orlando elder law attorneys will maintain your confidentiality as you plan for the future. Contact us to schedule a consultation.
