Generally speaking, one should aim to review their will at least once every five years. This will provide the chance to take stock and...

It’s considered the simplest and least expensive way to transfer real estate, or property, when a person dies – with an equally lovely...

Navigating the complexities of long-term care is a challenge many Michigan seniors face, especially when trying to access financial...

Long-term care is expensive, whether hiring someone to come into your home or paying for care in a nursing home. Medicaid is often used...

As we age, it's natural to start thinking about the legacy we'll leave behind. For many of us, a significant part of that legacy is our...

As a trusted elder law attorney for more than 20 years, I've witnessed firsthand the anxieties families experience surrounding financial...

Our office recently served a Black man who was convicted in 1976 and 1982 for the charge “assault with intent to do great bodily harm...

With the final crescendo of the closing year upon us, I wonder how many people have their personal legal affairs in order? Many people...

“I’ll never put my loved one in a nursing home.” Sound familiar? Yet, there are many reasons someone might actually need to go into a...

It’s considered the simplest and least expensive way to transfer real estate when a person dies – with an equally lovely name – the...

What is a Will? Think of a Last Will and Testament as a letter you write to a judge detailing your final wishes about what to do with...

Do you really need a will? The simple answer to that question is, wait for it: It depends. Most people own assets of some kind when they...

The Detroit Right to Counsel Coalition is a group composed of Detroit residents, advocates, community organizations, lawyers, and...

When it comes to estate planning, it’s dependability that matters most. When your assets are on the line, it’s important to pick the...

Family members of aging loved ones are increasingly stepping into the role of helper or caregiver. Fulfilling these responsibilities...

Many adults consider homeownership to be the realization of the “American Dream.” Homeownership can enhance self-worth, improve...

If you have heard the word “guardianship” recently, it was probably in the context of a scathing news article about complications and/or...

Many people are aware of the five year “look back” period for long term care Medicaid eligibility which takes financial transactions...

Finding out that you or a loved one has dementia can seem overwhelming. It is easy to go into denial or avoid making important decisions....

It’s considered the simplest and least expensive way to transfer real estate when a person dies – with an equally lovely name – the...