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Current Maine Elder Law & Estate Planning Articles

Stay informed with our regularly updated Maine Elder Law Blog. We cover essential topics to help you plan for the future and make informed decisions for yourself and your loved ones.

Our articles explore:

  • Medicare & MaineCare (Medicaid) – eligibility, planning tips, and updates

  • Wellness & Healthy Aging – strategies for living your best life in retirement

  • Caregiving & Memory Care – resources and support for family caregivers

  • Financial & Legal Planning – wills, trusts, powers of attorney, and asset protection

  • Long-Term Care Planning – options for home care, assisted living, and nursing homes

  • Estate Planning News & Updates – changes in Maine laws that may affect your plan

Whether you are planning ahead, facing a crisis, or supporting aging parents, our blog provides practical guidance and trusted information.

Stay informed with our Maine Elder Law Blog. We share practical guidance to help you plan ahead and make informed decisions for yourself and your loved ones.

Our articles cover:

  • MaineCare & Medicare planning

  • Wellness, healthy aging, and caregiving

  • Wills, trusts, and asset protection

  • Long-term care options and Maine law updates

Whether you’re planning ahead or facing a change, our blog offers clear, trusted information when you need it most.

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Explore our latest articles covering legal, financial, and caregiving developments in Maine.

What to Do if a Family Member Dies Without a Will

June 15, 2022
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What Happens if a Loved One Dies Without a Will? The COVID-19 pandemic reminded many Americans of the importance of having a will or living trust. Despite this increased awareness, most people still haven’t taken action. Nearly 33% of Americans have no estate plan at all, not even a basic will. This means there’s a […]

Comparing Elder Law and Estate Planning

June 9, 2022
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When comparing aspects of estate planning and elder law, the two have different functions with some overlap, yet both are equally vital to protect yourself and your family. The two terms tend to go hand in hand, but there are some differences. The biggest difference is that elder law planning helps a person during their […]

Controlling What Happens to Generational Wealth After You’re Gone

June 3, 2022
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Protect Your Legacy and Prepare Your Family for the Future You have worked hard for years to build and protect your legacy, but have you thought about what will happen to it once you are gone? Your wealth can either unite your family or create unnecessary tension if there isn’t a plan in place. Preparing […]

Qualifying for Medicaid: A Five Year Look- Back Without Penalties

June 1, 2022
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Nearly everyone will need long-term care at some point in their lives, so planning is vital. While we cannot predict the timing or level of care, we can take steps to prepare for an unexpected medical and financial crisis to help reduce the stress on ourselves and our family members. The cost of care continues […]

Questions to Ask Your Elder Law Attorney

May 24, 2022
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Contemplating financial matters and making long-term life decisions via estate planning can be a difficult and emotional journey. However, it is crucial to wisely manage your assets while aging and provide for the family members who will survive you. Your elder law attorney knows how to create an estate plan strategy that addresses these concerns. […]

Why May is Special for Elder Law Attorneys – Part 2

May 15, 2022
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Why May is Special for Elder Law Attorneys May is National Elder Law Month, designated by the National Academy of Elder Law Attorneys (NAELA). This month highlights the important work elder law attorneys do to help seniors and families plan for the future. In this second part of our series, we’ll explore how these attorneys […]

Why May is Special for Elder Law Attorneys – Part 1

May 10, 2022
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May is National Elder Law Month, as designated by the National Academy of Elder Law Attorneys. It is a way to acknowledge the profession that supports seniors and their families with all of their planning needs. And while that sounds great, many people still ask, “What do elder law attorneys do”?  Part 1 of this […]

Talking to Your Spouse or Partner About Estate Planning

May 6, 2022
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Talking to Your Spouse or Partner About Estate Planning Comprehensive estate planning starts with honest conversations between you and your spouse or life partner. Before meeting with an estate planning attorney, take time to discuss your priorities so you can present a united vision. These conversations can be difficult, especially if you have different views […]

How to Settle an Estate

April 26, 2022
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Learning How to Settle an Estate can be challenging to navigate. Whether you need to identify someone to be your estate’s representative (executor) or you are the chosen representative of an estate and accept the responsibility, there are certain criteria to think through — the complexity of the task and the order in which to […]

Benefits of a Family LLC in an Estate Plan

April 20, 2022
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A limited liability company (LLC) exists structurally between a partnership and a corporation. Most small business owners are aware this hybrid legal entity is beneficial for financial management, yet an LLC is also a powerful estate planning tool for much the same reason. In the case of estate planning, a Family LLC permits the transfer […]

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