The Schomer Law Group | Los Angeles Estate Planning Attorneys

Los Angeles, California Estate Planning

Did you know that each of us has an estate? Your estate is merely the assets you own, such as your car, residence, other real estate, cash and bank accounts. Regardless of how big or small, we all have an estate that we cannot take with us when we die. This is why estate planning is important for everyone!

Most people want to have control over what happens to their “things” after their death. We want to choose who receives our property and make sure our wishes are carried through. In order to do that, clear instructions must be left behind for those who survive us. The goal of estate planning is to ensure that your assets are transferred to your loved-ones with the least amount of taxes, legal fees and court costs as possible. Estate planning attorneys know how to make this happen.

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Los Angeles, California Elder Law and Medicaid Planning

Elder law is a special area of the law devoted to the legal issues affecting seniors. This specialty includes advocating for seniors on legal issues, as well as counseling, educating, and planning for the future. Elder law requires working closely with clients and their families to accomplish each individual’s specific goals.

Elder law attorneys are trained and experienced to recognize the client’s current legal needs as well as to anticipate issues that may arise down the road. Therefore, a good elder law attorney’s advocacy will always extend beyond simply rendering legal services. Elder law attorneys must remain knowledgeable of the ever-changing laws concerning seniors. It is also good practice for elder law attorneys to stay connected to a network of professionals who routinely provide services for seniors in the community.

The Problem of Chronic Nursing Home Readmission

October 16, 2018 Medi-Cal Planning

The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services reports that the rate of hospitalization in nursing homes is steadily rising. According to some

Missing Long Beach Woman Highlights the Need for Conservatorships

October 15, 2018 Conservatorship in California

An elderly woman with medical conditions who is prone to becoming disoriented has gone missing in Long Beach. A resident at a long-term care facility,

New Asset Transfer Look-Back for VA Aid & Attendance Coming Soon: The Window of Opportunity is Closing Quickly!

October 14, 2018 Estate Planning, Legal Education

The Veteran’s Administration is beginning asset limits for qualification for the Aid & Attendance benefit. The limit goes into effect on October

Estate Planning is for You, Not Just Your Parents or Grandparents

October 13, 2018 Estate Planning, Legal Education

If you’re young and unmarried, do you really need an estate plan? The answer is “yes,” if you care what happens to you and your stuff. Read on to find

Special Accounts for People with Special Needs

October 12, 2018 Estate Planning, Legal Education

ABLE accounts provide tax benefits and flexibility to disabled people. ABLE accounts are available to those disabled before age 26. Read on to learn

Los Angeles Estate Planning Lawyers Dispel the Stigma of a Prenup

October 10, 2018 Estate Planning

Most people would agree that prenuptial agreements (or “prenups” as they are commonly called) have developed quite a stigma. Indeed, some people

What Can I Do if Avoiding Probate is My Goal?

October 9, 2018 Probate

There are a few reasons that avoiding probate may be your goal for estate planning. It may be that the expected cost of the probate process is more

Planning for the Client Moving Overseas

October 1, 2018 Estate Planning, Legal Education

In this increasingly mobile world, clients often spend periods of time living in other countries, or even retiring overseas. How does one address

Los Angeles Probate Lawyers Explain Electronic Filing Requirement

September 18, 2018 Probate

In California, probate proceedings are handled in the California Superior Courts. The Los Angeles County Probate Court is a Court of General