Practicing Law Like A Social Worker 

Welcome to my Website! On this site—and in my practice—my intention is to provide you with information and resources as you seek legal, practical and therapeutic guidance with the following life transitions:

• Making plans and executing documents that reflect your values and wishes for healthcare, property, finances, and quality of life as you age
• Discussing options and assessing financial resources for long-term healthcare
• Coordinating care for an elderly loved one who has lost some independence and needs some assistance
• Leaving a marriage with a fair settlement that prioritizes healthy, non-adversarial relationships 

Below is a list of some of the services I provide:

• Conduct comprehensive 2-hour initial consultation to assess your unique family situation
• Advise & draft life planning documents and contracts
  • Last Will and Testament
  • Advance Directives (Living Will & Healthcare Power of Attorney)
  • Durable Power of Attorney (Financial)
  • Trusts
  • Separation Agreements for collaborative representation
• ​Assess financial costs and project how your specific resources can best be used for long-term care
  • ​In-home care
  • Independent living (with/without on-site care)
  • Assisted living
  • Skilled nursing
  • Continuing care retirement community (CCRC)
• Assist clients to apply for Medicaid
• ​Administer estate through probate process
  • ​Produce legal documents to resolve claims and distribute assets of family member
  • Submit probate documents to Clerk of Court's Estate Division
  • Guide executors in distribution of assets
• Provide free, educational seminar for seniors & caregivers planning for healthcare and end-of-life 
  • How good planning leads to peace of mind and increased confidence
  • Essential legal documents and why they are important
  • Planning for healthcare and options to pay for care
  • How to best use professionals and nonprofessionals to develop and implement your long-term lifecare plan