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Welcome to our home on the Web. Though I am not currently taking new clients, we have kept the website up because we think you will find a lot of useful information here. And, I do know some good attorneys! If you have been searching and not found anybody satisfactory, give us a call (248) 356-3500 and let’s see if we can’t get you all fixed up. Below you will see some referrals for you to consider. In the meantime browse our website and find information you’ve been looking for.
Welcome to our Commentaries on Elder Law
Here you will find a wide variety of subjects covered in information packed articles. I have written many articles on “need to know” topics in the Elder Law field. Our goal is to help potential clients find the best Elder Law Attorney for their situation. And so we give you information to aid you in making an informed choice. I always believe that an informed consumer is the best client.
2025? A Big Year ahead. Trouble looks likely
Well! I hope I’m wrong about this but 2025 does not look like a good year for elders. I know most retired folks depend upon Social Security, Medicare, Medicaid and other government supported programs such as Area Agencies on Aging. Those programs look to be on the “cut-back” block with Tax Cuts the order of the day. All I can say is “get your affairs in order” and keep in contact with your elder law attorney, Area Agency on Aging and your senior center news. Buckle up and stay tuned and keep in contact with your local representatives in your state legislature and in Congress.
End of Estate Recovery? Not for a Long Time
It looks like there will be no repeal of Medicaid estate recovery. The incoming Trump shows no sign that giving relief to working families is on the agenda. With a cabinet of billionaires it looks more like “tax cuts will fix everything.” SO, if you or a family member has a long term care condition such as Alzheimer’s Disease one of the many dementias, Parkinson’s Disease, ALS, crippling rheumatoid arthritis, multiple sclerosis or other disabling condition you MUST see an elder law attorney NOW to protect you, your family and loved ones from destitution. Call us for a referral: 248-356-3500.
Who can we refer you to?
If you call, we will get a sketch of the issue you want resolved and give you a referral to elder law attorneys we trust. But first let’s understand that elder law attorney do not handle all legal issues. Elder law is not every legal problem that confronts a senior. A good example is a traffic ticket, say for missing a stop sign. So, here’s a quick read on “What is elder law?”
Here are some Elder Law attorneys you can trust to take good care of you:
- For folks in Oakland County try one of Michigan’s premiere elder law firms Mall, Malisow & Cooney of Farmington Hills Michigan. Ask for Art Malisow or Sandy Mall. I am “of counsel” with them and that means we have an informal relationship. I am not an employee or member of the firm. The two principal attorneys, Sandford (Sandy) Mall and Art Malisow, are Certified Elder Law Attorneys. They offer a full service Elder Law firm ready to meet the need of any client. They may be contacted at (248) 538-1800. Be sure to say “Jim Schuster sent me.” They will give you their Red Carpet treatment.
- For folks in Western Wayne County I have great respect and can recommend Norman “Gene” Richards. You can contact him at (734) 261-2400. He has a complete elder law practice including estate planning and his firm has other attorneys who handle business and other matters. They also have an office in Clinton Twp., Macomb County. Tell him Jim sent you.
- Also in In Macomb County, Patrick Bond, a former Chair of the Michigan Elder Law Section, handles Elder Law and probate court matters. His office is in St Clair Shores and his number is (586) 447-3717.
- If a family member was injured at a nursing home, assisted living facility or senior apartments, I have great respect for Jules Olsman who handles these sorts of negligence and malpractice cases. His firm is in Berkley and the phone number is (248) 591-2300. Be sure to tell them Jim Schuster sent you.
And finally if you are not satisfied with any of the above, just give me a call and we’ll help you find the “just right” attorney.
