Elder Law Services in New York
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At Abraham Mazloumi & Associates, we understand the multifaceted legal challenges facing seniors in New York. Elder law is a specialized field that goes beyond basic estate planning, addressing the complex legal needs of older adults, including Medicaid planning and applications, long-term health care arrangements, powers of attorney, health care proxies, and guardianship proceedings.
Elder law helps seniors and their families navigate legal, financial, and health care challenges. Elder law focuses on protecting seniors’ rights, assets, and wishes, especially during life’s transitions. It requires a deep understanding of the often complex laws and regulations affecting older adults.
Our dedicated elder law attorneys provide comprehensive legal guidance, helping seniors and their families navigate these complex issues. We offer personalized strategies tailored to your individual needs, ensuring your wishes are honored and your interests are protected.
The different aspects of elder law
Medicaid eligibility and planning
New York Medicaid provides healthcare and long-term care coverage for individuals, including home/community based services and nursing home care. Planning can protect assets while ensuring eligibility.
Long-term care planning
Preparing for the financial, legal and medical aspects of extended care needs due to aging, disability or chronic illness.
Advanced directives
Preparing for potential diminished capacity through Powers of Attorney (POA), Healthcare Proxies, and other essential documents. These tools allow you to designate trusted individuals to make decisions on your behalf regarding finances, healthcare, and other matters if you become unable to do so yourself.
Guardianship proceedings
When a loved one becomes incapacitated and lacks adequate planning documents like a POA, guardianship may be necessary. We guide families through this process, including bringing guardianship petitions, representing proposed guardians, and advocating for the rights of incapacitated individuals.
Guardianships for minors
Establishing guardianships for minors (including those with special needs) who require ongoing care and support as they transition into adulthood. This can involve coordinating with government benefit programs and ensuring the child’s long-term well-being.
Estate planning
Creating wills, trusts, and other estate planning documents to ensure your wishes are honored and your assets are distributed according to your plan after your death (or in the event that you become incapacitated.) Proper estate planning can also help your loved ones avoid legal complications.
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Medicaid planning and applications
Most seniors will need long term care due to a medical emergency, personal care needs or cognitive decline. But the expense can be a devastating financial burden.
Medicaid is often the only option for those who need but cannot afford long term care. We help seniors navigate the complexities of Medicaid eligibility – via Medicaid Asset Protection Trusts, Pooled Income Trusts, and other tools – even when there are assets or income above Medicaid’s limits.
Long-term care planning
We assist with Medicaid planning for long-term care needs, including home care, assisted living facilities, and nursing home care provided by Medicaid. We help families understand the legal implications of long-term care provided by Medicaid, and develop plans to access appropriate care while protecting assets and maintaining quality of life.
Guardianship proceedings
From bringing guardianship petitions to representing families in court, we provide comprehensive legal guidance when a loved one becomes incapacitated. We also help establish guardianships for minors (including those with special needs.)
Estate planning
We help seniors create comprehensive estate plans, including wills, trusts (both revocable and irrevocable trusts), and Powers of Attorney, to protect their assets and ensure their wishes are honored.
Powers of Attorney (POA)
We help seniors prepare for potential incapacity by drafting durable Powers of Attorney, allowing them to designate a trusted agent to manage their financial and legal affairs if they become unable to do so. A properly executed POA can, in some cases, help avoid the need for guardianship.
Health care proxies
We help seniors designate a trusted individual to make healthcare decisions on their behalf if they become unable to communicate their wishes, ensuring their medical preferences are honored.
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Why choose Abraham Mazloumi & Associates?
At Abraham Mazloumi & Associates, we offer more than just legal advice; we provide comprehensive support and guidance through every aspect of elder law, from planning to court representation.
- Our attorneys specialize in elder law, providing valuable knowledge and experience
- We tailor our services to meet each client's unique circumstances and goals
- We handle all aspects of elder law, from Medicaid planning and applications to court proceedings
- We manage all aspects of your case in-house, ensuring seamless coordination and communication