Connecticut Elder Law Attorneys
The field of elder law encompasses an entire range of estate and health care issues.
At Barlow & Murphy, LLP, we are well versed on all of the necessary elements of elder law and help senior citizens and their families deal with the legal, financial and practical aspects of aging. We are experienced, knowledgeable and sensitive to the personal needs and concerns of our clients.
We advise and assist clients in all types of elder law matters, including:
- Guardianships
- Conservatorships
- Powers of attorney
- Medicaid planning
- Estate planning
- And other elder law matters
Contact us to schedule a consultation with an attorney.
Planning for Nursing Home Care
Much of our elder law practice involves helping people pay for nursing home care while enabling them to preserve as many of their assets as possible.
This is a very complex area of the law which requires a careful analysis and judicious action. If you make the wrong move, you can incur significant financial penalties. Our attorneys understand the legal and tax implications of transferring assets and can help you make the decisions which are right for you.
Usually, this means transferring assets over time in order to qualify for Medicaid which can then pay for nursing home care. Other options exist however, including the use of private long-term care insurance and veteran's benefits or a combination of funding sources.
We can review your situation and help you implement actions to achieve your goals.
Guardianships, Conservatorships and Powers of Attorney
If a person is unable to make sound decisions about their financial affairs, health care or other personal matters, it may be necessary to create a guardianship or conservatorship to handle these affairs.
We can explain what is involved in these legal vehicles and help you decide how to proceed. In many cases, it may be preferable to handle financial or health care decisions by assigning a power of attorney to a trusted family member. This can reduce the legal costs and personal efforts that will be required compared to a conservatorship or guardianship. In other cases, it can make sense to provide for the needs of an elderly person using a conservatorship or guardianship.
Whatever your situation, Barlow & Murphy, LLP, will provide a personalized solution for you.
Contact a Lawyer
For more information about how Barlow & Murphy, LLP, could help you, call 877-259-4164 toll free or contact us online. We charge an affordable fee for consultations on elder law matters.
Located in Manchester, our firm serves clients east of the River and elsewhere in the greater Hartford, Connecticut area.
