Estate Planning

Two estate planning attorneys have written a highly readable overview of the fundamentals every family needs to consider when planning for the future of a person with special needs.

Private retirement savings plans, like IRAs and 401(k)s, have become the main way for American families to save for retirement. But parents of children with special needs need to be vigilant when signing up for a retirement plan or company...

As with most things that sound too good to be true, so-called "Sole Benefit Trusts" can come with a big catch for the person with special needs.

Should parents of children with special needs wait to create a special needs trust until their child turns 18? Can they wait until they require government benefits like Medicaid or Supplemental Security Income (SSI)?  ...

When you are looking into setting up a special needs trust, there are a few important questions you need to ask, especially when it comes to picking a trustee.

An overlooked portion of recent Medicare legislation promises Medicare recipients greater access to mental health benefits.

A recent New York case highlights the importance of planning in advance for a child with special needs, as well as of choosing the proper advocate for your child.

Most parents of children with special needs are well-versed when it comes to their child's government benefits. But how does the parent's estate plan affect their child's benefits and how can problems be avoided? ...

Special needs trusts (SNTs) can play an important role in helping families plan for children with special needs. Here are some of the most compelling reasons to speak with your attorney about establishing an SNT.