Markell Estate Planning & Elder Law

Markell Estate Planning & Elder Law Markell Estate Planning & Elder Law offers legal assistance for elder law matters, including estate planning and veteran’s benefits cases in O’Fallon, MO.

Many families worry that Medicaid can come back after a parent passes and force the sale of the family home to recover b...
06/02/2026

Many families worry that Medicaid can come back after a parent passes and force the sale of the family home to recover benefits that were paid.

Medicaid estate recovery is a real concern, but families may have legal planning options that can help protect the home and preserve assets for the next generation.

The key is starting early. The sooner planning begins, the more options a family may have.
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Veterans and their surviving spouses may be eligible for benefits through the VA that can help cover long-term care cost...
05/28/2026

Veterans and their surviving spouses may be eligible for benefits through the VA that can help cover long-term care costs.
These benefits are separate from Medicaid and have their own eligibility rules and application process.

Markell Estate Planning and Elder Law works with veteran families to understand which benefits may apply and how to coordinate them with an overall estate and care plan.
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Probate in Missouri can take six months to a year or longer depending on the complexity of the estate and whether any di...
05/26/2026

Probate in Missouri can take six months to a year or longer depending on the complexity of the estate and whether any disputes arise.
During that time assets are generally frozen and family members may have limited access to funds they need.

Understanding what probate involves and how to minimize it is a core part of what Markell Estate Planning and Elder Law does for every client.

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This Memorial Day, we pause to honor those who gave their lives in defense of our country.From our team to yours, thank ...
05/25/2026

This Memorial Day, we pause to honor those who gave their lives in defense of our country.
From our team to yours, thank you and have a meaningful holiday.

Most people think of updating their estate plan after a big life event like a marriage or a death in the family.But tax ...
05/22/2026

Most people think of updating their estate plan after a big life event like a marriage or a death in the family.
But tax laws change, asset values shift, and relationships evolve in ways that do not always feel like major events at the time.

Markell Estate Planning and Elder Law meets with most clients annually specifically to catch changes that may have quietly made their plan less effective.
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Choosing a trustee is one of the most important decisions in building an estate plan and one of the most commonly undere...
05/21/2026

Choosing a trustee is one of the most important decisions in building an estate plan and one of the most commonly underestimated.
A trustee has a legal obligation to manage assets in the interest of your beneficiaries, sometimes for years after you are gone.

Markell Estate Planning and Elder Law helps clients think through what qualities matter in a trustee and whether a professional or family member makes more sense for their situation.

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Dying without a will in Missouri means the state's intestacy laws decide how your assets are distributed, not you.Depend...
05/19/2026

Dying without a will in Missouri means the state's intestacy laws decide how your assets are distributed, not you.
Depending on your family situation, the result may be very different from what you would have chosen.

A basic estate plan ensures your wishes are documented and your family is not left navigating the courts to sort out what you left behind.
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When an aging parent can no longer manage their own affairs, a family often needs legal authority to step in and help.If...
05/14/2026

When an aging parent can no longer manage their own affairs, a family often needs legal authority to step in and help.
If a power of attorney was not set up in advance, the only option may be a court-supervised guardianship, a process that takes time and money.

Starting the conversation early while your parent can still participate is far easier than navigating the courts under pressure.
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A special needs trust allows you to leave money for a loved one with a disability without disqualifying them from SSI or...
05/12/2026

A special needs trust allows you to leave money for a loved one with a disability without disqualifying them from SSI or Medicaid benefits.
A direct inheritance, even a modest one, can cause a loss of benefits that the person depends on for care and daily living.

Markell Estate Planning and Elder Law designs special needs trusts that protect both the person and their access to essential government programs.

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Happy Mother's Day from everyone at Markell Estate Planning and Elder Law.The families we serve remind us every day of h...
05/10/2026

Happy Mother's Day from everyone at Markell Estate Planning and Elder Law.

The families we serve remind us every day of how much love and intention goes into building a life worth protecting.

To every mother navigating that responsibility, we see you and we are grateful for the trust you place in us.
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6700 Keaton Corporate Parkway, Ste A
O'Fallon, MO
63368

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Monday 8am - 5pm
Tuesday 8am - 5pm
Wednesday 8am - 5pm
Thursday 8am - 5pm
Friday 8am - 5pm

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