by Thorin Blitz, Esq. | Oct 11, 2022 | Guardianship, Special Needs
For adults and minors under legal guardianship, it is vital that any lapse in guardianship is minimized. For example, a guardian may become ill or otherwise unable to perform guardianship duties; or a guardian may pass away leaving family members unsure of what to do...
by admin | Oct 11, 2022 | Special Needs
About 19 million individuals requested an extension – until October 17, 2022 – for filing their 2021 taxes with the Internal Revenue Service (IRS). If you’re among them, there is no need to hold off until mid-October to file. Filing sooner rather than later can help...
by admin | Jul 15, 2022 | Medicaid Planning, Special Needs
If you have a child with a disability, providing for them into the future will likely stand among your top priorities. However, if you also wish to apply for Medicaid to cover your own long-term care expenses, first consider establishing a special needs trust (SNT)...
by admin | Jul 2, 2022 | Trusts
Serving as a trustee of a trust can be a huge responsibility, so trustees are entitled to compensation for their work. The amount of compensation depends on the type of trustee and the complexity of the trust. Depending on the trust, a trustee’s duties can...
by admin | Jun 1, 2021 | Special Needs, Trusts
A recent felony charge against the mother of a special needs child in Minnesota offers a good reason why an independent trustee of a special needs trust, or at least oversight over a family member serving as trustee, may be a good idea. Pamela Fischer, 66, of...
