Category: Elder Law

Long‑term care planning is not only a question of where care will happen. It also involves legal decisions that affect who can make decisions,...

When a parent or loved one starts needing more support, the terminology shows up fast. “Elder law” and “elder care”...

When estate planning, many clients focus on wills, trusts, and asset distribution—but overlooking funeral preferences can result in unnecessary...

Are Paid Title Monitoring Services Worth It? A Legal Perspective for Virginia Homeowners With rising reports of deed fraud and seller impersonation...

Overview The One Big Beautiful Bill Act (OBBBA), enacted July 4, 2025, is one of the most sweeping budget-reconciliation laws since the Affordable...

By: Allison Emborski Picture this: dad remarries, children meet stepmom, and things are seemingly fine. The children think their father’s...

Since 2024, seniors across the United States have been defrauded of more than $1 billion, underscoring the growing sophistication of modern...

Guardianship plays a critical role in safeguarding the interests of incapacitated individuals in Virginia. The Commonwealth has recently introduced...

Special Needs Trusts (SNTs) are vital tools for preserving public benefits eligibility while managing financial resources for individuals...

By: Sheri Thomas If you’ll be 65 or older in 2025, a recent tax law—the One Big Beautiful Bill (OBBB)—could lower your tax bill from 2025...

What Is Laches? Laches is a legal doctrine that bars a claim when there has been an unreasonable delay in asserting a right, and that delay...

For many families, the home is more than just a financial asset—it’s a place of deep emotional significance and generational legacy. When...

Introduction On July 1, 2024, Virginia Governor Glenn Youngkin signed multiple bills into law aimed at easing the burdens faced by caregivers....

When it comes to probate in Virginia, one crucial detail often surprises many: only the original of a Last Will and Testament (that version...

The Corporate Transparency Act (CTA), enacted in 2021, is a federal law designed to combat illegal activities such as money laundering, terrorist...

Dear Valued Client, With President Trump’s re-election and Republican control of the Senate and  the House, we anticipate some...

No one wants to believe it could happen to themselves or a loved one, but elder abuse is actually more common than many people think. It is...

As the old adage says – there are only two certainties in life, death and taxes. While a properly executed estate plan will address...

As a Certified Elder Law Attorney (CELA), I want to inform you about important changes the Social Security Administration (SSA) is making...

I’m writing to inform you about a significant development in Virginia law that may affect you or your loved ones. House Bill 1242, known...