Elder
Law
The attorneys of the Maxwell, Freeman &
Bowman, P.A. law firm work to protect the rights, financial resources
and quality of life of seniors and their families. For more than 30
years we have been providing skilled, aggressive and ethical legal
services to residents of North Carolina.
Elder law is an area of law that caters
to the needs of older clients and those with disabilities. It
encompasses such areas as Medicaid and asset protection planning;
Medicare, managed care, and payment for health care; Social Security and
retirement income planning; disability planning, long-term care and
nursing home care; housing options, such as assisted-living and
residential homes for the aged; financial and health care
decision-making through the use of Durable Powers of Attorney;
end-of-life decision-making through the use of living wills and advance
directives; probate and estates; and revocable living trusts and Wills.
Elder Law is unique in that it is the
only area of law defined by the clients we serve rather than the areas
of law in which we practice. It is also one of the fastest growing
areas of law. With 80 million baby boomers moving into their “golden
years”, and one person reaching age 50 every seven seconds, there is a
great demand for information. North Carolina seniors often fall victim
to unscrupulous individuals who would seek to exploit their sometimes
vulnerable status.
Whether you are one of the more than 35
million people nationwide who are age 65 or older, or someone who
recognizes the importance of planning for the future, our lawyers can
help address your legal concerns in areas including:
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Estate planning to protect assets and
ensure that your legacy passes according to your wishes
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Retirement planning
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Durable financial power of attorney
should you become incapacitated or incompetent
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Medical directives such as health care
power of attorney and living wills
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Guardianship
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Health care planning including
long-term care needs and nursing home care
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Medicare, Medicaid and Veteran’s
benefit claims
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Probate
In order to plan and prepare the proper
documentation to protect your and your family’s future, you will need
the help of a firm with experience, expertise and a thorough knowledge
of estate planning tools and techniques. At Maxwell, Freeman &
Bowman, P.A. our elder law practice involves not just legal
representation, but ongoing counseling and advice on all aspects of
planning and litigation.
Contact us today at (919) 493-6464. |
