Elder law is a highly sensitive and specialized area of law that focuses on helping seniors and the elderly through the later phases in life. It is different from other areas of the law because of the age of the clients. Older adults often have different things going on than younger adults, and their needs are often more specialized. An elder law attorney is often more equipped to deal with the sensitive emotional and financial needs of seniors and disabled adults. This means that they are able to handle challenging situations effectively. Elder law attorneys are able to deal with a wide variety of issues, including estate planning, long term health care, social security, guardianship, retirement, and Medicaid (or Medi-Cal in California), and Medicare. Continue reading “What Exactly Is Elder Law?”
