The coronavirus pandemic has forced nursing homes to place a number of restrictions on their residents. These constraints are having the unintended consequence of making it more difficult for nursing home […]

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By: Stephen R. Elville — President and Principal Attorney of Elville and Associates, P.C. For most aging singles and couples, it is important to become educated about elder law-related matters […]

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Authored by: Olivia R. Holcombe-Volke, J.D. – Partner and Senior Estate Planning Attorney – Elville and Associates, P.C. Sometimes called a Letter of Intent, a Letter of Instruction, a Letter […]

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Choosing a nursing home for a loved one is a difficult decision and it can only be made more confusing by the various rating systems. A recent study found that […]

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As baby boomers age, more and more millennials are becoming caregivers. Many are taking on this role while just getting started in their own lives, leading to difficult decisions about […]

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Talking about estate planning with elderly parents can be a difficult, emotional topic, but it’s essential for every family. Unless you’re certain your parents have an up-to-date will and a […]

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The coronavirus health emergency is a reminder that life is unpredictable, and it makes sense to be prepared. It may sound self-serving, but the threats to life and finances posed […]

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Many types of property and investments pass outside of probate and allow you to designate who will receive them after your death. It is important that these designations are kept […]

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By:  Olivia R. Holcombe-Volke – Partner and Senior Estate Planning Attorney – Elville and Associates, P.C. Many clients ask “how will my son/daughter/sister/cousin/friend [i.e., people designated to carry out the […]

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