Elder Law
Helping Seniors and Their Families Plan Ahead
With Clarity, Comfort & Care
Aging brings new questions, new challenges, and a more forms than anyone should ever be asked to complete.
At Southeastern Law LLC, we help seniors and their families sort through the legal side of things
with patience, plain language, and a plan that actually works for your real life.
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From basic estate planning to Medicaid eligibility to navigating care options,
we’re here to make the process smoother, kinder, and a lot less stressful.
Basic Estate Planning
Simple tools to keep life (and aging) running smoothly
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Estate planning isn’t just about “who gets what.”
It’s about making sure your wishes are followed
and the right people are empowered to help when needed.
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We help with:
Powers of Attorney
Healthcare Directives
Living Wills
Wills & Trusts
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We’ll walk you through what you actually need,
answer your questions in plain English,
and help you leave with documents that work in the real world--all for a reasonable price.
Medicaid Planning
Protect assets, plan for care, and avoid last-minute panic.
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Long-term care is expensive, and Medicaid rules can feel like a maze.
We help you understand your options, protect what matters,
and prepare for the future—without jeopardizing your eligibility.
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We assist with:
Spend-down strategies
Asset preservation options
Nursing home or in-home care planning
Crisis planning when care is needed now
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No guesswork. Just a clear, protected path forward.
Veteran’s Aid & Attendance (A&A) Planning
Extra support for veterans and surviving spouses who served our country.
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Many veterans qualify for the Aid & Attendance program
but don’t realize it—or don’t know how to apply.
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We help with:
Eligibility reviews
Gathering supporting documents
Completing and submitting applications
Coordinating benefits with other planning tools
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It’s a benefit you earned. We help you access it.
Special Needs Trusts for Older Adults
Safeguarding the benefits you rely on, so you can receive the care you deserve.
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A Special Needs Trust can help safeguard eligibility for Medicaid, SSI,
and other benefits while still providing for quality-of-life needs.
For older adults facing disability or declining health, this type of trust can be a lifesaver.
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We help families determine whether a Special Needs Trust makes sense and assist with:
First-party (self-settled) trusts
Third-party trusts created by family members
Selecting the right trustee
Coordinating the trust with Medicaid or long-term care planning
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We protect the benefits that keep you secure—and the quality of life that keeps you comfortable.
Guardianships & Conservatorships
When you need legal authority to help someone you love.
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When when an adult can’t manage their own personal
or financial decisions—you may need a court-ordered
guardianship or conservatorship.
We guide families through:
Evaluating whether court action is necessary
Choosing the least restrictive option
Filing the required paperwork
Preparing for hearings
Understanding your responsibilities once appointed
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We keep the process as chaos free and respectful as possible.
Guardian ad Litem Services
When a neutral, court-appointed advocate must speak for someone who has no voice
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As Guardian ad Litem (GAL), we investigate, evaluate, and make recommendations
to the court in matters involving vulnerable adults, or disputed estates.
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We provide:
Objective assessments
Interviews and fact-finding
Clear written reports
Testimony when needed
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The goal is simple: help the court make the best decision for the person at the center of the case.
Mediations
Resolve disputes without turning family tension into full-blown litigation
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Probate disputes are stressful—and expensive—when they move into the courtroom.
Mediation offers a calmer, more controlled alternative.
We help families:
Identify the real issues
Explore workable solutions
Give everyone a voice
Keep conversations productive
Reach agreements without years of conflict
Preserve the family
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Sometimes the biggest win is the one that avoids a fight.