Experienced Birmingham Estate Planning Attorneys

Elder Law

While our senior citizens deserve the utmost respect, they may not receive proper care when they need it most. As we age, medical costs increase while our ability to advocate for ourselves may decline. Our team at BRMM is deeply passionate about helping the elderly members of our community overcome these challenges.

We can help plan for disability, establish advance medical directives and living trusts, preserve access to government benefits, and more. Ultimately, we can provide your family with services designed to restore your elderly loved one’s sense of independence.

Special Needs Planning

If your loved one has special needs, our estate planning process plays an enormous role in their future. Without skilled legal counsel and representation, the estate planning documents you create today may not guarantee the care they need tomorrow. At BRMM, we can help you establish a Special Needs Trust and a Letter of Guidance to convey your wishes.

FAQ: Helping You and Your Family Plan for the Future

1. What Is Estate Planning?

Estate planning involves making legal arrangements to manage your assets and health care decisions during your life and after your passing. It includes creating wills, trusts, powers of attorney, and more to ensure your wishes are honored and your loved ones are protected.

2. Why Is It Important to Have a Will?

A will outlines your wishes regarding asset distribution, guardianship for minor children, and other important decisions. Without a will, your estate may be distributed according to state laws, which might not reflect your wishes.

3. What Is a Trust, and How Does It Work?

A trust is a legal arrangement that allows a third party (trustee) to hold assets on behalf of beneficiaries. Trusts can help avoid probate, provide tax benefits, and ensure that assets are managed according to your wishes.

4. What Is Elder Law?

Elder law focuses on the legal issues that affect older adults, including long-term care planning, guardianships, and access to government benefits. It aims to protect the rights and welfare of seniors.

5. How Can You Help With Special Needs Planning?

We can help establish a Special Needs Trust to ensure that your loved one with special needs receives proper care without jeopardizing their eligibility for government benefits. We also provide guidance through the entire planning process.

Probate Attorneys in Birmingham

Litigation is the last thing anyone would want to think about after a loved one’s passing. However, if it happens, you deserve skilled and dedicated advocacy. In the best-case scenario, probate is a fast, straightforward means of distributing a decedent’s estate. However, if someone contests the will or accuses an executor of breaching fiduciary duty, probate will become a serious challenge.

Learn more about what our estate law attorneys can do for you and your loved ones in Birmingham, MI. Contact our estate and probate attorneys for assistance today.