When a loved one cannot make decisions, you often need to help with the Medicaid application. You may act as a guardian or as a person with power of attorney (POA). The type of authority you have can affect how quickly the process moves and how difficult it becomes....
Many people will likely need skilled nursing care at some point as they age, whether it’s for short-term rehabilitation or a long-term stay. Unfortunately, few people plan for it. Medicaid helps pay for long-term care in some situations, but eligibility criteria...
If you have an estate plan, it is excellent that you have taken steps to give your family guidance when it comes to distributing your assets, determining what type of medical care you need and things of this nature. Drafting a plan well in advance can help to avoid...
Worrying about a special needs family member is natural. Parents, grandparents and even siblings may want to take steps to ensure that a family member with special needs has financial support for the rest of their life. A special needs trust that addresses long-term...
When drafting or modifying an estate plan, a person must have testamentary capacity. This generally refers to their ability to understand what they are doing, the legal choices they’re making and the impact of their decisions. They must be of sound mind, intentionally...
The phrase "long-term care" can feel overwhelming at first. Maybe you have watched a loved one struggle to find the right support. Perhaps you wonder what your own future holds. These concerns are completely natural. Yet planning for long-term care is one of the most...
Professional success or starting a family are common reasons that people create estate plans. People who have six-figure incomes, spouses or minor children often want to ensure the right people inherit their resources or to protect their dependent family members. It...
As people age, their medical needs often increase. Many older adults eventually require in-home support from nursing professionals or a room in a nursing home during their last months of life. The cost of such support can be prohibitive. An individual may not have...
Adult guardianships are often contentious legal matters. One person attempts to prove in court that another adult is incapable of living independently and acting in their own best interests. Those with debilitating medical conditions may require the support of a...
One important part of estate planning is to consider your medical needs in the future. The more planning you can do in advance, the better. This gives your family direction, ensures that your wishes are honored, and allows you to make a plan before there are any...
After more than 30 years of trusted service to the Greater Baltimore community and throughout the State of Maryland in Elder Law and Estate Planning, Frank, Frank & Scherr has been acquired by McDonald Law Firm, and is now fully part of McDonald Law Firm. This transition ensures long‑standing clients continue to receive experienced, compassionate legal guidance—now with expanded resources and a broader regional reach.
For more than a decade, McDonald Law Firm has specialized in Elder Law, Estate Planning, and Special‑Needs Planning, helping individuals and families plan for long‑term care, protect assets, preserve independence, and secure their loved ones’ futures. McDonald Law Firm proudly serves clients throughout Maryland and Washington, D.C., providing tailored legal solutions aligned with each client’s goals and circumstances.
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