A “senior issues attorney” is a lawyer who specializes in legal matters related to older adults. This area of law is often referred to as “elder law.” Senior issues attorneys typically deal with a wide range of legal issues that affect the elderly, such as:
1. **Estate Planning:** Helping seniors with wills, trusts, and other estate planning tools to ensure their assets are managed and distributed according to their wishes.
2. **Medicaid and Medicare Planning:** Assisting clients in understanding and navigating the complexities of government healthcare programs, including qualification and benefits.
3. **Guardianship and Conservatorship:** Addressing situations where an elderly person is no longer able to make decisions for themselves, and a guardian or conservator may need to be appointed.
4. **Long-term Care Planning:** Advising on the options and financial aspects of long-term care, including nursing homes, assisted living, and in-home care.
5. **Elder Abuse:** Representing seniors who have been victims of physical, emotional, or financial abuse, including cases involving exploitation by caregivers or family members.
6. **Retirement Planning:** Advising on legal and financial aspects of retirement, including pensions, Social Security, and other retirement benefits.
7. **End-of-Life Planning:** Helping with advance directives, living wills, and other legal documents that outline a person’s wishes regarding medical care at the end of life.
Senior issues attorneys may also work on issues related to housing, discrimination, and age-related employment concerns. Their goal is to protect the rights and well-being of older adults, ensuring they have the necessary legal support to navigate the challenges associated with aging.
If you or someone you know could benefit from having a free consultation about any of the above issues, please contact our office at 405-889-1439 or you can schedule a consultation directly on our Contact page.
