Law Offices of R. Christine Brown, APC

Have you been asked to serve as the Executor of a loved one’s estate? Here are some of the tasks that may be expected of you when he or she passes away. http://southbayelderlaw.com/help-im-the-executor-of-a-will/

Parents of kids with special needs: beware of online DIY software when creating a Special Needs Trust. http://southbayelderlaw.com/dangers-of-using-diy-online-so/

Don’t let another year go by without naming guardians who can raise your minor kids if you unexpectedly pass away.

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Don’t wait until a medical crisis to help your parents plan for long-term care! Our free e-book will walk you through the steps to take, both now and in the future. http://southbayelderlaw.com//hope-for-caregivers-abcs-of-/

Caregivers deserve care too. Don’t be afraid to ask for help.

Do you know the difference between adult day care and respite care? http://southbayelderlaw.com/la-county-elder-law-attorney-o/

These are important considerations if you don’t have close relatives or friends that you can ask to manage your affairs when you are gone. https://www.marketwatch.com//im-an-upper-middle-class-lone

Have you experienced any significant life changes in 2020? It may be time to update your estate plan. Schedule an appointment and we can help you review your documents. www.Southbayelderlaw.com

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Accidents, injury and illness happen without warning and dementia can sneak up on youyet most seniors do not have the right legal plans in place to protect their assets, wishes and personal control if short or long-term incapacity occurs. We invite you to join South Bay attorney Christine Brown for a free webinar on 11/10 at 2:00 p.m. where you will learn how to put safeguards in place to ensure your assets, wishes and long-term care needs are handled the way YOU want, no ma...tter what happens. MYTH: Your will or trust will help you during incapacity. MYTH: Doctors and financial institutions will automatically allow family members to make important decisions on your behalf. MYTH: All of your long-term care expenses will be covered by Medicare or your private insurance. When you attend our free educational webinar you will discover: The bare minimum documentation you need to ensure your family can make decisions and immediately access medical records and bank accounts to maintain your bills and monthly obligations if short or long-term incapacity occurs. A no-nonsense breakdown of the differences between Medicare, Medicaid and Long-Term Care Insuranceand exactly what is covered under each option if you require hospitalization or long-term care. What long-term care will really cost and how to make sure your children are never left scrambling to sell off your assets or foot the bill for your care. How to qualify for Medicaid and VA benefits without sacrificing everything you own in the process. Easy ways to empower your entire family and chosen caregivers to understand and make all the decisions you want in an emergency. How to Keep the government out of your business (and out of your wallet!) if you are temporarily or permanently incapacitated and unable to make decisions for yourself. Proper planning can help you protect your independence, dignity and stay in full control as you age. Join us for this educational event where we’ll share ideas and strategies to help you prepare for the future. Again, it’s free and you’ll leave with a notepad full of helpful information! REGISTER HERE: https://sp288.isrefer.com/go/FBLTC/FB2017/

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Have you recently lost a loved one? We have a free guide that walks you through the steps to take to close out his or her estate. http://ow.ly/trkD30rcGiL

Is your parent experiencing a health crisis? We have a free e-book that will guide you through the legal and financial strategies you should know to protect assets and secure resources to pay for care. http://ow.ly/oYVz30r7AUZ

I don’t want my kids to put my partner on the street. If something happens to me, I want my partner to live in our house until he/she dies. This something we hear often at the firm, and in many cases, the solution is to create a Life Estate. http://ow.ly/aqYx30rcGiJ

A Trust is a tool that can help keep an inheritance safe for a vulnerable beneficiary.