- GuardianshipBut what if she has only one of these documents? Or neither? Or there are important decisions not covered in those documents? That’s where an adult guardianship might come in. It’s not simple to arrange, usually requires a lawyer, and needs a judge’s approval. But it might help solve the huge problem of who makes major decisions that involve her when she can’t do so herself and there aren’t enough other written directions.
- Wrongful DeathA suit was filed against the facility for wrongful death. Amongst other items, her medical records at the facility were examined. However, the medical records were curious. There were detailed notes of her daily routine but the details regarding the day at issue were conspicuously absent. Had the facility purposely taken out the critical medical records for the day at issue??? After aggressive pushing on this issue, it was revealed through “recovered” medical records and testimony from a key nursing aide, that a nursing aide did indeed assist Regina in walking with her to the elevator. The nursing aides run on 8 hour shifts and the next nursing aide was running late. So, the nursing aide assisted Regina, instead of waiting for the late aide, left Regina by herself in the middle of the hallway waiting for the elevator. As she was unassisted, she fell. The case was soon settled.
- Citizenship and Naturalization
- Medicaid Planning“Adam Roa and his staff offer very skilled and experienced representation in the specialty field of elderlaw. Mr. Roa offers expert recommendations and guidance regarding long term care, Medicaid planning, and asset protection; powers of attorney, wills, advance directives, and end of life decisions; trusts/special needs trusts; estate planning and probate; guardianship; and elder abuse. Mr. Roa and his team are skilled in the complex issues related to dementia care, and the special needs that families have in providing for their loved ones’ care for the long term. I highly recommend his services.” Mary Faith Ferretto, LCSW-C, C-ASWCM
- Estate PlanningAt its core, estate planning involves planning for the future. Individual circumstances vary, but most people benefit from having the following documents in place...
- WillsThe following are examples of successful cases we have achieved for clients. Each case is different, and our past record is no assurance that we will be successful reaching a favorable result in your case. Will Contests Listed below is a sample of will contests our firm handled.
- TrustsIrrevocable Trusts: This type of trust cannot be modified by the grantor or the trustee. This type of trust becomes irrevocable upon the occurrence of a certain event (i.e. the signing of the document or the passing of the grantor).
- Power of Attorney“Without hesitation, I highly recommend the Law Offices of Adam J. Roa. When my elderly parents made me “Power of Attorney” to handle their affairs, I did not realize how complicated everything could be related to Elderly Care and Medicaid. My mother’s care became extremely expensive and we did not have the financial means to keep up with the costs. Fortunately, I was lucky to find Adam Roa and his team of experts in Elder Law. Adam and his team were able to assess and evaluate my mother’s situation immediately and worked diligently with the Nursing Home and Medicaid Services to receive approval for coverage for my mom’s care. I am extremely thankful to Adam and Jan for supporting me through this difficult time and know that I can count on them again in the future when needed.” Panos Dimitriades
- ProbateWhat are the “costs” associated with probate? What do I do with all this “stuff?” What costs can be claimed against the estate and which costs cannot? There are many nuances associated with probate law. Let a probate attorney help you streamline this process so that the probate can be as smooth as possible.
- Bankruptcy