by Lisa Dillman | Mar 23, 2020 | Advanced Directives, Elder Law, Estate Planning, Guardianship, Medicaid, Medicaid Planning
The management and control of COVID-19 relies on a global effort of social distancing. From March 25 through April 7, Indiana Governor Eric Holcomb has ordered a ”stay at home” order. That means residents should stay in their homes and limit travel to essential...
by Lisa Dillman | Mar 17, 2020 | Uncategorized
Applegate & Dillman Elder Law Extends Provisions Through May 4 All clients and prospective clients have been notified of the precautions Applegate & Dillman Elder Law has taken to keep families safe and healthy during this COVID-19, Coronavirus pandemic. In...
by Lisa Dillman | Apr 29, 2016 | Uncategorized
This week’s post is going to provide a glimpse into nearly every estate planning consultation that I have with a client who is embarking on basic estate planning. Inevitably, we discuss whether the family needs a will or a trust. Its interesting that many...
by Lisa Dillman | Mar 22, 2016 | Probate
WHAT IS PROBATE? So many people do not know what probate is or may misunderstand just what it means. So, what is probate? Probate is a legal process that takes place after someone dies, involving paperwork and court appearances by lawyers. The lawyers and court...
by Lisa Dillman | Mar 16, 2016 | Conservatorship, Elder Law
I am often asked why a family would need an elder law attorney. Why wouldn’t an estate planning attorney do? Or why can’t the family stick with their long-time family lawyer with whom they have an established and trusted relationship? My answer is simple: I would...
