Growing older is something we all expect, but few of us ever really prepare for the challenges that come with it until we have to. One day, you or someone you love may wake up to find that life looks a little different than it used to, with medical bills arriving more often, decisions about long-term care needing to be made, and questions arising about who will handle your affairs if you no longer can. At Raimondo & Sundquist LLP, our Buffalo elder lawyers are here to help you make sense of it all. Contact us today so we can discuss your case.
Our Elder Law Services
Our dedicated lawyers handle every aspect of elder law with the same level of compassion and attention to detail that we would give our own families. Just some of the various elder law issues we handle are as follows:
- Health Care: Making sure your medical preferences are known and respected is one of the most important things you can do. We prepare advance directives, living wills, and health care proxies so that the people you trust can make medical decisions on your behalf when you can’t.
- Long-Term Care Planning: Nursing home and assisted living costs can be staggering. We help you prepare for those expenses by developing strategies that preserve your assets while ensuring eligibility for essential programs like Medicaid.
- Guardianship: When an elderly person becomes unable to manage their personal or financial affairs, guardianship may become necessary. We assist families with establishing legal guardianships under New York’s Mental Hygiene Law.
- Retirement: Retirement should be a time to enjoy the life you’ve built. Our attorneys help you plan for it thoughtfully, addressing pension rights, income sources, and tax implications so that you can focus on what really matters.
- Social Security: We help clients understand and secure Social Security benefits, including retirement and disability income.
- Medicare/Medicaid: We help you understand your eligibility, protect your assets, and complete your applications accurately so that you don’t lose out on vital coverage.
- Estate Planning (Including Power of Attorney, Wills, and Trusts): We craft detailed estate plans designed to fit your specific needs.
- Financial Planning: We work closely with financial professionals to ensure your legal and financial strategies are in sync. Whether you need help with tax planning or long-term budgeting, we’re here to help.
- Assisted Living Facility Requirements: If you or a loved one is moving into a facility, we can review admission contracts, ensure compliance with residents’ rights laws, and protect against unfair practices.
- End-of-Life Planning: This is a deeply personal subject, but an important one. We help you prepare living wills and related documents that clarify your wishes for medical treatment, burial, or cremation, ensuring your loved ones aren’t left guessing during difficult times.
- Elder Abuse: Unfortunately, elder abuse is far more common than most realize. We handle cases involving physical, emotional, and financial exploitation, working to hold abusers accountable and protect the dignity of vulnerable individuals.
Contact Our Erie County Elder Lawyers Today
Aging isn’t easy, but it doesn’t have to be uncertain. Our dedicated elder lawyers are here to help you plan ahead, protect your assets, and find peace of mind knowing your affairs are in order. Contact Raimondo & Sundquist LLP for an initial consultation.
