Chicago Medicaid Planning Lawyers
As the U.S. population continues to age, elder law is becoming an increasingly important part of people's lives. These matters can involve complex state and federal laws, and it is important to have an experienced lawyer who can effectively handle your case. At the law firm of Molohon, Sandquist & James, LLP, we work with elderly people and their spouses, daughters, sons or other caregivers in a broad range of elder law matters.
Our Illinois Elder Law Services
Medicaid Planning
If your loved one is reaching a stage in life where assisted living or full-service care is needed, it is important to understand the federal requirements for collecting Medicaid. We understand that you would rather leave your life savings to your family than spend it on a nursing home.
We can advise you on how to legally transfer or spend assets in anticipation of long-term care. We will also help you understand annual gifting limits, Medicaid eligibility, and related trust and estate planning issues relevant to your circumstances.
Guardianship
It is never easy watching loved ones reach a point in their lives where they can no longer manage their own affairs due to Alzheimer's, dementia or some other disability. Our attorneys can help you petition the court to appoint special guardians to protect your loved one's interests. A guardian of the estate can be appointed for financial matters, and a guardian of the person can be appointed for health care and personal matters.
Elder Abuse Prevention
An increasing number of unscrupulous people are preying on elderly people who don't have the mental capacity or physical ability to protect themselves against abuse. If you believe that your loved one is being victimized in any way, we can take swift action to intervene. Our firm has experience handling a variety of elder abuse cases, including:
- You believe that someone is exerting undue influence to alter his or her will
- You suspect a sibling is abusing his or her power of attorney
- Your elderly parent has been the victim of a scam
- You suspect mistreatment at a nursing home or assisted living facility
Long-Term Care Insurance Planning
There are many companies selling insurance policies specifically for the purpose of paying for a preferred-care facility. In some cases, these policies are not the cost-effective solutions they are reported to be. We will advise you on the pros and cons of purchasing these types of policies and try to give you some insight as to what the policy will actually cover.
Discuss Your Case With a Lawyer
Contact our office to discuss your questions with one of our Palatine elder law attorneys. Our office is conveniently located in the Harris Bank Building on Northwest Highway just west of Route 53 in Palatine, Illinois. We are only 30 minutes from downtown Chicago and offer free parking. You can reach us by phone at 847-241-4460, toll free at 888-674-1211 or via e-mail.
