Elder Law in Wilmington
A skilled elder care attorney in Wilmington
Elder law has developed as a practice area as Americans have grown increasingly older with each generation. This practice area draws on a variety of specialized areas to specifically address facts and circumstances that primarily affect older people. An elder care attorney specializes less in the individual areas of the law and more in how each of the areas interact.
How a Wilmington elder care lawyer can help you
Knowledgeable elder care lawyers in Wilmington such as William W. Erhart make a point of keeping abreast of the latest laws concerning seniors in Delaware. Because certain benefits that exist for older people are only available through the state government, an elder law attorney can help clients understand the interplay between federal and state programs while developing an effective plan.
One of the most important areas of the law that an elder law firm deals with is Medicaid. Medicaid requires applicants to meet certain income and net worth standards. Both the income and net worth standards are more easily met if an applicant has depleted substantially all of his or her assets before applying. Even when clients transfer all of their assets to their family before applying, they may remain ineligible for a period of time.
Working with an elder law attorney long before the application is submitted may prevent any ineligibility period. With proper planning by an elder law attorney in Wilmington, an applicant may be immediately eligible for Medicaid.
Guardianship lawyers in Wilmington
There are two types of guardianships: guardianship of the person and guardianship of the property. Each type of guardianship controls and manages a different area for an individual.
The guardian of the property controls the assets of an individual who for some reason is no longer able to do so on his or her own. A guardian of the property is often needed when an individual is, by all outward appearances, fully capable of functioning. The individual is able to go about day-to-day life with little to no inconveniences.
The guardian of the person is responsible for the physical well-being of an individual. Often a guardian of the person is needed when day-to-day functions can no longer be performed by the individual.
A guardianship lawyer is able to help you determine the type of guardian your loved one may need. William W. Erhart has practiced guardianship law in Wilmington for many years and understands the difficult decision you are facing when determining how to best care for your loved one.
Centered around family values, vision, and planning
Attorney Bill Erhart cares about your future and your family's future. It is the sincere interest in the lives of his clients that has made William W. Erhart, P.A. a sought-after firm throughout Delaware. To address the state planning and Medicaid needs you face with an experienced lawyer who can guide you with confidence and compassion, contact the firm today.
