Elder Care & Elder Law Blog

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Can I Sell My Parent's House with Power of Attorney While They're in a Nursing Home? Guidance from a New Haven Elder Lawyer

March 28, 2024

Franklin Drazen

New Haven elder lawyer provides some general guidelines to be aware of when selling property under Power of Attorney (POA).

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3 Key Benefits of a Revocable Living Trust: Why You Need a Milford Estate Lawyer

March 21, 2024

Steven Rubin

Milford estate lawyer Steven Rubin discusses revocable living trusts and why they are a valuable tool in any sound estate plan.

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Life Insurance: A Vital Piece of Your Estate Plan – Insights from a Milford Estate Planning Lawyer

March 14, 2024

Franklin Drazen

Milford estate planning lawyer Franklin Drazen discusses how life insurance is an essential part of sound estate planning.

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Don't Let Your Family Face a Cinderella Situation: Talk "Happily Ever After" Remarriage Planning with a Trumbull Will Lawyer

March 7, 2024

Steven Rubin

Trumbull will lawyer shares proactive estate planning tips to help you secure your legacy regardless of what the future holds.

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Who Needs a Copy of My Will? Insights from Your Trumbull Estate Lawyer

February 28, 2024

Franklin Drazen

Trumbull estate lawyer Franklin Drazen shares advice on who should be given a copy of your will.

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Tax Season Review: Ensuring Your Living Trust Reflects Your Current Wishes With Your Milford Trust Lawyer

February 21, 2024

Steven Rubin

Milford trust lawyer shares insights on what is involved in reviewing your trust to make sure it's up to date.

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New Haven Will Lawyer Answers, “Can You Name More Than One Executor for Your Will?”

February 14, 2024

Franklin Drazen

New Haven will lawyer Franklin Drazen provides a friendly guide on why naming multiple executors might just be a smart move.

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Can I File for Probate Myself? Your New Haven County Probate Guide

February 6, 2024

Steven Rubin

Attorney Steven Rubin explains the details and considerations when filing for New Haven County probate.

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Beyond Wills and Wealth: The Crucial Lesson from Jay Leno's Conservatorship Case

February 1, 2024

Steven Rubin

Jay Leno filing for conservatorship over his wife's estate is a vivid example of a challenge that countless families face every day.

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Securing Your Child's Future: The Benefits of a First-Party Special Needs Trust

January 25, 2024

Franklin Drazen

Milford special needs lawyer shares insights on establishing a first-party special needs trust.

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Milford Will Lawyer on Estate Rights in Blended Families: Understanding Your Stepchild’s Inheritance

January 18, 2024

Steven Rubin

Milford will lawyer Steve Rubin helps you understand the legal intricacies of inheritance in a blended family with stepchildren.

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New Year—Name Guardians for Your Kids (or Grandkids!)

January 11, 2024

Franklin Drazen

Attorney Franklin Drazen shares tips for the important tasks of choosing guardians for your children.

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Navigating New Haven County Probate: Becoming the Executor When There’s No Will

January 4, 2024

Steven Rubin

New Haven County probate lawyer guides you in how to administer a a loved one’s estate when there is no will.

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Striking a Balance: Autonomy and Decision-Making for Aging Parents in New Haven

December 28, 2023

Franklin Drazen

New Haven elder lawyer provides guidance on respecting aging parents' autonomy while ensuring their best interests are protected.

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Protecting Your Legacy: Safeguarding Inheritance from a Spendthrift Beneficiary

December 21, 2023

Steven Rubin

Consulting with an estate planning attorney in Milford can provide clarity on the best way to structure your assets to achieve your goals.

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Trumbull Estate Lawyer on Navigating Changes to Your Power of Attorney

December 14, 2023

Franklin Drazen

Trumbull estate attorneys estate lawyer guides you through thoughtfully and responsbily choosing a new power of attorney.

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Deciphering the Corporate Transparency Act: Insights for Milford Business Owners as Year-End Approaches

December 8, 2023

Steven Rubin

Milford trust attorney Steven Rubin explains how the Coprporate Transparency Act affects your small business and your estate plan.

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What Assets Make Up My Estate? Insights from a Milford Estate Lawyer

November 29, 2023

Franklin Drazen

Milford estate lawyer Franklin Drazen walks you through which of your assets are included in your estate.

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What Your Child's Special Needs Trust Should NEVER Pay For: Guidance from a New Haven County Special Needs Lawyer

November 22, 2023

Steven Rubin

New Haven County special needs lawyer explains what you can and can't pay for with your child's special needs trust.

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Why "I'll Get to It Later" Doesn't Work in Estate Planning: Insights from a Milford Will Lawyer

November 17, 2023

Steven Rubin

Milford will lawyer Steven Rubin explains the importance of estate planning and risks taken when planning is delayed.

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How Financially Savvy Should Your Trustee Be? Insights from a Trumbull Trust Attorney

November 16, 2023

Franklin Drazen

Trumbull trust attorney shares tips and important considerations for choosing a responsibe and competent trustee.

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Understanding Estate Debts and Life Insurance: Insights from a Milford Probate Attorney

October 30, 2023

Franklin Drazen

Milford probate attorney Franklin Drazen provides guidance on navigating the complexities of probate law.

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Tips for Hiring a Home Health Aide for an Aging Loved One: Insights from a New Haven Elder Law Attorney

October 24, 2023

Steven Rubin

New Haven elder law attorney, shares essential tips to consider when hiring a home health aide for your elderly loved one.

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Steps to Take After Inheriting Valuable Jewelry: Guidance from a Trumbull Estate Planning Lawyer

October 16, 2023

Franklin Drazen

Trumbull estate planning lawyer Franklin Drazen shares steps to take to protect a vaulable items you've inherited.

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Co-Owned Bank Accounts and Divorce: Is Your Parent's Money at Risk? Insights from Milford Estate Planning Lawyers

October 10, 2023

Steven Rubin

Milford estate planning lawyers discuss possible risks when adding your adult child to your bank account and how to avoid them.

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