Estate Planning
"If something were to happen to you, would your loved ones know how to respond? Will they know what your preferences are for healthcare, and are they even authorized to make those decisions for you if they do know? And how will your estate be distributed?"
Quality estate planning can provide you and your loved ones with the answers to these questions and more. At Chatuge Elder Law, we work closely with you to understand your situation and provide you with solutions that meet your needs. Our comprehensive estate planning strategies ensure that your assets will be handled according to your wishes, that those you trust will be empowered to make crucial decisions for you in situations where you are unable to, and that your heirs will have the peace of mind and guidance they deserve.
At Chatuge Elder Law, we recognize that every estate is unique, and that the needs for some may not necessarily be the needs of others. That's why we offer a variety of estate packages to choose from depending on your circumstances and estate size. Furthermore, we work closely with our clients to further personalize these packages to their needs. Our goal is to ensure that our clients feel heard and understood throughout each step in the estate planning process, from initial consolation, to drafting, and final signing. Below are some of the services we offer as components in our estate packages.
A power of attorney allows you to give an individual (called the "agent") the ability to make financial decisions under your name in the event that you are unable to do so. You can even grant your agent "super powers"! Click here to learn more.
A HIPAA authorization form can be filed in order to allow for protected health information to be disclosed to your loved ones. Without it, you loved ones may be unable to ascertain your health in an emergency. Click here to learn more.
Being faced with the inability to pay for your medical care is freighting, but Medicaid can help you with these costs. However, the rules and regulations concerning eligibility are extensive and must be taken into consideration. Click here to learn more.
An advanced directive for healthcare (ADHC) confers on an individual the ability to make medical decisions for you in the event you are unable to do so. Furthermore, did you know that the designated individual has top priority for the disposal of your remains? Click here to learn more.
Ensuring that your relevant assets have properly defined beneficiary designations can be extremely important for ensuring your loved ones are able to quickly receive your assets. These are often known as "payable on death" accounts. Click here to learn more.