The Elder and Estate Planning Law Firm

05/21/2026

Freedom isn't free. This weekend, we honor the brave men and women who gave everything for our nation. Wishing you a meaningful and reflective Memorial Day.

05/11/2026

Facing the decision to move a loved one into a nursing home is hard — make it easier with the right questions. Our latest blog breaks down the 9 essential questions to ask so you can protect their care, rights, and finances. Read more: https://wix.to/fWYVQ4O

As the founder of the Elder and Estate Planning Law Firm, I specialize in helping Michigan families protect their

05/07/2026

Don’t leave your family unprepared. Read our quick guide on steps you should take now to protect your loved ones and your wishes—estate planning, powers of attorney, and more. Read the full post: https://wix.to/3wXwxQB

Benjamin Franklin said there were only two things certain in life: death and taxes. Yet in spite of everyone having

04/28/2026

Probating an estate can feel overwhelming — our latest blog breaks down the Michigan probate process in plain language, steps to expect, and when to seek legal help. Read more: https://wix.to/wYTRx46

Probate is the legal process by which the estate of a deceased person is settled. The word probate is a Latin term which means

04/20/2026

Learn how Michigan’s estate recovery works and steps you can take to protect your family in our latest article. Read more: https://wix.to/jNtjrN2

Estate recovery is the process by which a state recoups expenses paid for long term care following the death of a Medicaid recipient. Since 2011, Michigan has been enforcing its estate recovery law often with devastating consequences – particularly for those who are unprepared. Far too often, fami...

03/23/2026

Protect your loved ones from scams — a quick read that could save them thousands. Learn how common schemes target older adults and what practical steps you can take to prevent financial abuse. Read more: https://wix.to/6OK6uo9

Millions of older adults fall prey to financial scams each year. Financial abuse currently affects about 20% of Americans age 65 or older and costs them nearly $3 billion per year. In fact, it has become so widespread that The Wall Street Journal has called it an “epidemic.” Some of the more com...

03/09/2026

How do you handle a lifetime of personal possessions? Our new blog post breaks down practical estate planning steps to organize and distribute personal property—so families aren’t overwhelmed during a difficult time. Read: https://wix.to/1T2nLVX

Key tips: inventory items, document wishes, consider appraisals, and include clear estate instructions.

I am frequently asked about how to handle all the personal possessions a loved one has accumulated over the years. It is not uncommon to hear that a loved one "kept everything" dating back decades and now the family is at a loss of how to even begin to deal with all the stuff. Most people unfortunat...

02/26/2026

Facing a terminal illness brings difficult choices — planning now can protect your wishes and ease burdens for loved ones. Read our short guide from attorney Brett A. Howell to learn essential steps and practical documents to consider. https://wix.to/4RlBTio

A few years ago, The National Elder Law Foundation newsletter discussed a handout the author provides to clients who have a terminal illness

02/19/2026

Check out our latest blog: Protecting Your On-Line Accounts — practical tips to keep seniors’ accounts secure and give families peace of mind. Read the full post: https://wix.to/0d88AJQ

It wasn't that long ago that the on-line world was something used primarily by the younger generation. Now it

01/26/2026

How Will You Afford A Long Life? Living longer is likely — is your plan ready? Read our latest blog post. https://wix.to/t3IJ1QY

Living into your eighties is no longer uncommon. With the doubling of life expectancy since the Industrial Revolution, we have achieved what

01/19/2026

Do you know how a special needs trust can benefit your disabled child? It ensures they are taken care of without jeopardizing their access to Medicaid or SSI. Read more: https://wix.to/GE0wrGf

A special needs trust is generally used for disabled children or adults. The trust is designed to benefit the child or adult in a way that does not cause them to be disqualified from receiving need-based government benefits such as Medicaid or Supplemental Security Income (SSI). Examples of typical....