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What Are the Pros and Cons of a Massachusetts Revocable Trust?

Whether you’re a seasoned professional with a robust portfolio or a young go-getter just launching…

What Are the Differences Between a Trust and Will in Massachusetts?

Have you ever found yourself thinking about what might happen to your home, savings, or…

Living Will vs. Will in Massachusetts What Are the Differences

Living Will vs. Will in Massachusetts: What Are the Differences?

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5 Estate Planning Benefits in Worcester, Massachusetts

5 Estate Planning Benefits in Worcester, Massachusetts

Whether you’re just starting your career, building a family, or enjoying your golden years, you’ve…

Striking a Balance Autonomy and Decision-Making for Aging Parents in Worcester County

Striking a Balance: Autonomy and Decision-Making for Aging Parents in Worcester County

Aging is a natural part of life, but it brings with it complex challenges, especially…

Power Of Attorney & Its Role In Navigating Cognitive Decline

Aging is an inescapable aspect of life. As you see your loved ones get older,…

Choose The Right Power Of Attorney For Elderly Loved Ones

Choose The Right Power Of Attorney For Elderly Loved Ones

When the golden years of your elderly loved one’s life approach, making sound decisions becomes…

What You Need To Know About The Medicaid Look-Back Period

What You Need To Know About The Medicaid Look-Back Period

As individuals age, their needs, particularly for services like nursing homes or in-home support, tend…

What’s the Difference Between a Probate Attorney and an Estate Planning Attorney

Probate Vs. Non-Probate Assets: What’s The Difference?

Dealing with estate planning involves understanding the fundamental contrast between probate and non-probate assets. They…

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Frequently Asked Questions

What Can An Estate Planning Lawyer Do For Me?

Estate planning lawyers can help you with a wide variety of legal matters, including wills, trusts, probate, and estate administration.

What Does An Elder Law Attorney Do?

An elder law attorney can help with any legal issues that come up with regard to yourself as you age or an older loved one. These issues can include things like planning how to pay for long-term care, making sure that long-term care is appropriate and that no abuse or neglect is occurring, and helping with things like trusts that can ensure our elderly loved ones are provided for.

Do I Need More Than Just A Will?

While a will can take care of some very basic aspects of your estate, like distribution of some assets and guardianship of minor children, it cannot do things like designate a trusted person to make medical or financial decisions for you if you are unable, make your wishes known as to your medical care at the end of life, or provide managed financial benefits for special needs family members, for example. A will is essential, but it is rarely enough to take care of things should you become incapacitated or die.

How Much Does It Cost To Hire An Attorney?

The cost of hiring an attorney depends on the type of case you have and the amount of work that is required. In most cases, we offer a consultation so that you can get an estimate of the cost of our services. Contact us today to schedule a consultation.

How Is Medicaid Different From Medicare?

Medicare is a government-funded insurance program that covers some or all of the costs of certain medical procedures for qualified participants (generally, the elderly or disabled). Medicare does not cover the costs of long-term care. Medicaid, on the other hand, is a government entitlement program that can cover the costs of long-term care for those who meet certain income and asset qualifications.

What If We Don’t Qualify For Medicaid?

Medicaid eligibility planning is best started long before anyone in your family needs long-term care, but even if that planning has not been done in advance, there are some ways to make eligibility more likely while still protecting the assets of a spouse who does not need long-term care, for example. Contact our office, even if you think you won’t qualify for Medicaid. We may have options to suggest.

Why Is An Estate Plan Important?

An estate plan is important because it allows you to control what happens to your property and assets after your death. Without an estate plan, the court will decide how your property is distributed, which may not be in accordance with your wishes. An estate plan can also help you avoid probate, which is a costly and time-consuming process.

Why Should I Hire The Law Office Of Polly Tatum?

The Law Office of Polly Tatum is an experienced team who is ready to help you. Our firm has a wide range of experience in estate planning, probate and trust administration, elder law, and divorce and elder mediation. An experienced law firm with a good track record can help you get the legal help you deserve.

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