A big mistake people make with elder law adviser

The baby boomers are now retiring and there are many legal challenges for this generation to deal with.

If you need a complicated electrical job done, you don’t get a jack of all trades. You choose someone who knows what they are doing because that’s what they do – every day.

Elder law is recognised as a distinct area of legal practice that requires expert advice. People often don’t understand what elder law is.

Do you worry about having an adequate will (or having any will at all) to ensure that your financial wishes are carried out and your estate is managed as you intend? That’s elder law.

Do you have a desire to be part of a community with lots of facilities that enhance your lifestyle? Is it time to consider moving to a retirement village to become part of an active and engaging community? That’s elder law.

Are you in the situation of having to manage the estate of a deceased family member and don’t know what to do or how to navigate the complexities involved? That’s elder law.

Many solicitors say they do elder law but, in fact, are generalists who do conveyancing, personal injuries, criminal law and, frankly, anything that walks in the door.

Don’t choose a generalist to do specialist work. Choose lawyers who practise in the areas of elder law day in, day out.

Significant financial planning considerations are involved. You need to get advice from planners who specialise in the issues affecting seniors in making their lifestyle and life-planning decisions.

 Sunshine Coast & Brisbane Elder Law is expert in all aspects of elder law, including wills, estates, retirement village, manufactured home park and aged care contracts. We can also offer video conferencing to ensure advice can be given, and questions answered, in a convenient way. Call 1800 961 622 or visit the website: sunshinecoastelderlaw.com.au or brisbaneelderlaw.com.au