Houck Menninger Law, LLC

11/02/2026

An Alzheimer's diagnosis can bring difficult questions about the future, especially when it comes to protecting your loved ones and making important financial and healthcare decisions.

Having the right estate planning documents in place can make a meaningful difference. Powers of attorney, healthcare directives, wills, and trusts can help families prepare for changing needs while respecting their loved one's wishes.

Planning early is important, as Alzheimer's and other forms of dementia can eventually affect a person's ability to make legal decisions.

At HM Law, we help families navigate these challenges with thoughtful estate planning and elder law guidance.

Contact our office to learn how we can help you prepare for the future.
https://hmestateplanning.com/

Let’s Talk™.

10/31/2026

What is scarier than ghosts, goblins, and things that go bump in the night?

Leaving your family to figure everything out without a plan.

Estate planning can feel intimidating, but it does not have to be. The right guidance can help you understand your options, answer the “what ifs,” and create a plan designed to make life easier for the people you love.

This Halloween, take something scary off your list.

Let’s Talk™.

10/27/2026

Have estate planning questions but are not quite sure where to begin?

Start by learning.

Houck Menninger Law offers free planning guides covering Estate Planning Basics, Understanding Medicaid, and Settling an Estate Through Probate.

These resources can help you better understand some of the decisions you and your family may face and the planning options available to you.

Visit hmestateplanning.com/free-planning-guides/ to access the free guides.

Have questions after reading? Let’s Talk™. Call Houck Menninger Law at 937.985.0059.

10/21/2026

No two families look exactly alike. Why should their estate plans?

Maybe you are concerned about a child who is not ready to manage an inheritance. Maybe you are helping an aging parent. Maybe you have a loved one with special needs. Or perhaps your biggest priority is simply making things as easy as possible for your family someday.

Good estate planning starts with understanding what matters to you.

At Houck Menninger Law, we believe in compassionate, collaborative planning built around your family, your concerns, and your goals.

Let’s Talk™.

No two families are alike—so why should their estate plans be?In ...

10/19/2026

Who could step in if you could not manage your own affairs tomorrow?

A power of attorney allows you to choose someone you trust to act on your behalf under the circumstances outlined in your documents.

Without the right planning in place, your family may face unnecessary complications at an already difficult time.

Estate planning is not only about preparing for what happens someday. It is also about preparing for the “what ifs” that could happen during your lifetime.

Let’s Talk™.
Learn more here: https://hmestateplanning.com/

10/16/2026

What a wonderful day celebrating our clients!

On October 8, Houck Menninger Law hosted our Client Appreciation Event, and we couldn't have asked for a better day! Beautiful fall weather, delicious food, refreshing drinks, live music, and plenty of fun made for a memorable celebration.

We're grateful for the opportunity to work with so many wonderful individuals and families. Thank you to everyone who joined us and helped make the day so special. We truly appreciate the trust you place in our team!

10/15/2026

Giving back to the community is something we take pride in at Houck Menninger Law!

For our HM Law Community Day, our team participated in the Adopt a Habitat program through the Centerville-Washington Park District.

As part of this program, we help maintain a section of Bill Yeck Park known as Rooks Mill, an area featuring diverse soil types and plant life. Our efforts include removing invasive plants and conducting an annual survey to help the Park District track changes in the habitat over time.

We're proud to play a small part in preserving this beautiful natural space for our community and future generations.

Learn more about the Centerville-Washington Park District and its programs at https://cwpd.org/support/volunteer/project-vipr/

10/15/2026

Estate planning can feel overwhelming, especially when you are not sure where to begin.

That is why Houck Menninger Law created Estate Planning 101, a free educational course designed to help you understand the basics of estate planning and why having the right plan matters.

Learn at your own pace as we walk you through important estate planning concepts and help you become more informed about the decisions that may affect you and your family.

Whether you are creating your first estate plan or simply want to better understand your options, Estate Planning 101 is a great place to start.

Ready to learn? Visit hmestateplanning.com/estate-planning-101/.

Have questions about your own estate plan? Let’s Talk™.

10/13/2026

For farm families, estate planning is about more than passing down property. It’s about preserving a business, a livelihood, and often a legacy, generations in the making.

Farm succession planning comes with unique questions. Who will continue the operation? How can you be fair to children who aren’t involved in the farm? How do you protect the farm while also planning for retirement? And how do you make sure the next generation is positioned to succeed?

Our latest blog looks at farm succession planning in Ohio, including the new Ohio Farm Transition Network and why planning early can give your family more options for the future.

Read the full blog, then Let’s Talk™
https://hmestateplanning.com/ohio-update-farm-succession-planning/

10/08/2026

One of the hardest times to figure out a long-term care plan is when your family is already facing a crisis.

Planning ahead can give you more time to understand your choices, consider how future care could be paid for, and explore strategies designed to protect your assets.

But even if a loved one suddenly needs nursing home care and you have not planned ahead, do not assume it is too late to ask for help.

Houck Menninger Law helps Ohio families navigate long term care and Medicaid planning with compassion and clarity.

Let’s Talk™

Long-term care is a reality for many families, with nearly two-thir...