Estate Planning & Elder Law Blog
Explore articles, guides, and practical advice on estate planning, elder law, Medicaid planning, probate, Veterans benefits, and long-term care. Our goal is to help Alabama families make informed decisions and protect what matters most.
Good Contracts Make Good Business Relationships
It’s often said: Good fences make good neighbors. There’s some dispute about the literal interpretation of that saying, which is taken from a Robert Frost poem. However, there are times when boundaries are a good thing. That’s especially important in business...
What Does an Executor or Personal Representative Do?
Alexander named his oldest son, Caleb, the executor (also known as personal representative) of his estate. When Alexander passed away last month, Caleb was left grieving and wondering, “What does an executor or personal representative do?” His father’s estate planning...
Medicaid Out-of-Pocket Costs – What You Need to Know
Medicaid, though funded by the federal government, is managed by state agencies. Each agency has the power to customize their program, and this can include imposing co-payments, deductibles, and so on. If you or a loved one receives Medicaid benefits, you need to know...
My Daughter is Disabled. What Kind of Estate Planning Do I Need?
Julia’s daughter, Jenna, is a happy 17-year old woman. She participates in social activities, attends school, and has a job despite being born with multiple birth defects. While she’s satisfied with the progress Jenna has made, Julie is worried about her future. She...
Emergency Situations, Estate Planning Solutions
Ned was a prominent business man in the community before suffering a devastating stroke. Sally was young and carefree, until she was involved in a catastrophic car accident that nearly took her life. And Jane’s mother, Lucy, was near death and worried about where all...
How Much Does Long-Term Care Cost?
Jackie wanted her mother to have the best care possible. At age 82, Mom needed more assistance than she could get at home, even considering the great in-home nursing options available. As Jackie looked for a nursing home for her mom, she wondered how much her mom’s...
Trust-Based Estate Plans
David and Amy knew they needed a Will. At least, that’s what they thought. They made an appointment with an Alabama estate planning lawyer to discuss their Wills. Their attorney told them all about trust-based estate plans. David and Amy were surprised to learn that...
How to Convert an Alabama Business from an LLC to a Corporation
A few years ago, Marty and his partners opened a business: The Choccolocco Metal Fencing Company. They chose to form as a limited liability company or LLC. Now, as their business has grown, they wonder if another business entity would better suit their needs. They...
Do I Need to Hire an Alabama Estate Planning Attorney?
Would you hire a heart surgeon to wire the electricity in your home? When you’re dealing with something important, really important, that could affect your life and your loved ones, you need help from someone who specializes. If you’re wondering whether you need to...
What Supporting Documents Do I Submit with my Medicaid Application?
Moving grandfather to the nursing home was hard enough. But applying for Medicaid at the same time? Very stressful, but it is even worse if you submit incomplete or incorrect paperwork. This could delay much-needed Medicaid benefits. Read on to learn more about the...
About the Attorney
Bill Miller is the founder of Miller Estate & Elder Law and focuses his practice on estate planning, elder law, Medicaid planning, Veterans benefits, and long-term care planning. A Calhoun County native, Bill is a VA-accredited attorney, a member of the National Academy of Elder Law Attorneys (NAELA), and a past president of the Calhoun County Bar Association. He is passionate about helping Alabama families protect their loved ones, their assets, and their legacy.
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What Is a Special Needs Trust?
In this episode, attorney Bill Miller discusses special needs trusts—also known as supplemental needs trusts—which are designed to protect the benefits of someone who is disabled and on Supplemental Security Income or Medicaid. He explains the two types of special needs trusts: first-party and third-party. First-party special needs trusts are for individuals who receive an inheritance or settlement, and want to maintain their benefits.
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