Elder Law
At Simasko Law, we treat elder law as more than just legal planning — it’s family planning. For over 30 years, we’ve helped Michigan families navigate the legal and financial challenges that come with aging. From protecting your home from nursing home costs to making sure your wishes are honored, we’re here every step of the way.
Our elder law services cover:
- Medicaid and VA benefits planning.
- Long-term care and nursing home strategies.
- Guardianships and conservatorships.
- Powers of attorney and medical directives.
You don't need to go through this alone. We’re here to help you protect your legacy and your loved ones.
Wealth Preservation
For many families, the biggest financial threat is not taxes, it’s long-term care. Our wealth protection plans are designed to protect your wealth from nursing home costs, lawsuits, and other risks that could wipe out your estate.
Our wealth preservation services cover:
- Medicaid-compliant irrevocable trusts.
- Strategic gifting within the 5-year lookback period.
- Homestead preservation and Lady Bird deeds.
- Customized protection plans tailored to your family.
Planning ahead is the greatest gift you can leave your children. Let’s build a wall around what you’ve earned.
Probate Litigation
Probate can feel like a maze of paperwork, deadlines, and court hearings. Whether you’re an executor needing guidance or a family member facing a dispute, our elder law attorneys will help you navigate the process from start to finish.
Our probate litigation services cover:
- Full probate administration for small and large estates.
- Litigation for will contests, trust disputes, and beneficiary claims.
- Guidance on inventory, accounting, and fiduciary duties.
- Local court experience across Macomb, St. Clair, Oakland, and beyond.
Let our family help yours through this difficult time — with compassion and clarity.
Estate Planning
At Simasko Law, estate planning isn’t one-size-fits-all. We offer flat-fee estate planning packages that include every legal document you need to ensure your loved ones are protected and your assets are transferred smoothly.
Our estate planning services cover:
- Wills and Revocable Living Trusts.
- Durable Powers of Attorney and Medical Directives.
- Lady Bird Deeds to avoid probate.
- Special Needs Trusts (SNTs) for vulnerable family members.
- Legacy planning for your home, investments, and values.
Whether you’re starting a family or enjoying retirement, we’ll create a plan that fits your life today — and tomorrow.
Nursing Home Planning
When a loved one needs nursing home care, emotions and expenses can feel overwhelming. We’re here to protect your life savings and ensure you receive quality care, without losing everything to the system.
Our nursing home planning services cover:
- Immediate Medicaid eligibility strategies.
- Protection of the family home and retirement accounts.
- Legal tools to avoid estate recovery.
- Veterans’ benefits for long-term care.
We’ll help you face this challenge with confidence and compassion — just like we’ve done for thousands of Michigan families.
Guardianship & Conservatorship
When a parent, spouse, or adult child loses the ability to make sound decisions, it may be time to consider guardianship or conservatorship. These legal tools allow you to step in and help — while staying within the law.
Our guardianship & conservatorship services cover:
- Guardianships for adults with dementia or developmental disabilities.
- Conservatorships to manage money and property.
- Contested and uncontested proceedings.
- Petitions to remove or replace current fiduciaries.
Our elder law team walks you through every step — from the petition to the hearing to ongoing reports. You’re not alone in this.
Wills and Trusts
A Last Will and Testament is a legal document that states how you want your assets distributed after your death. It also allows you to name guardians for your minor children and an executor to carry out your wishes.
Our wills and trusts services cover:
- We listen to your goals and recommend the right tools to meet your needs.
- We prepare comprehensive estate plans including wills, trusts, powers of attorney, and Lady Bird deeds.
- We help you avoid probate and minimize taxes, protecting your legacy for future generations.
At Simasko Law, estate planning isn’t one-size-fits-all—it’s personalized, thoughtful, and designed to give you peace of mind.
Medicaid Planning
At Simasko Law, we specialize in both proactive Medicaid planning and urgent, last-minute cases. Whether you’re preparing for the future or already facing a nursing home admission, we know how to legally protect your home, income, and assets.
Our Medicaid planning services cover:
- Qualify for Medicaid without spending down everything.
- Use the 5-year lookback rules to your advantage.
- Establish Medicaid-compliant irrevocable trusts.
- Navigate asset gifting and transfers.
- Preserve eligibility for VA Aid and Attendance benefits.
Medicaid planning isn’t just for the poor, it’s for smart families who want to protect what they’ve earned.
Veterans Aid and Attendance Benefit
Our veterans benefits team can provide help for wartime veterans and their spouses to receive tax-free income for care needs.
Our veteran aid and attendance benefit services cover:
- Assessing eligibility based on income, assets, and care needs.
- Structuring assets and income to meet VA requirements—legally and effectively.
- Preparing and filing all VA forms and medical evidence.
- Coordinating with assisted living providers and caregivers to streamline the process.
Veterans and their families have earned this support. Our veterans benefits team ensures you don’t leave these hard-earned benefits on the table.
