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Life and Estate Planning for Families With Special Needs. Matthew Bogin, Esq. 5454 Wisconsin Avenue Chevy Chase, MD 20815 301- 656 - 1755. Matthew.Bogin@boginlaw.com. Introduction. What we will cover Why it is important. Matthew.Bogin@boginlaw.com. Things to Know. SSI SSDI
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Life and Estate Planning for Families With Special Needs Matthew Bogin, Esq. 5454 Wisconsin Avenue Chevy Chase, MD 20815 301- 656 - 1755 Matthew.Bogin@boginlaw.com
Introduction • What we will cover • Why it is important Matthew.Bogin@boginlaw.com
Things to Know • SSI • SSDI • MEDICAID • MEDICARE
The Importance of Estate Planning Matthew.Bogin@boginlaw.com
Six Reasons to Plan Your Estate Matthew.Bogin@boginlaw.com
Estate Planning Steps Matthew.Bogin@boginlaw.com
What is a will? Wills • Ensure Compliance with state law Matthew.Bogin@boginlaw.com
How is a Will Created? • Do not forget to comply with all formalities Matthew.Bogin@boginlaw.com
What Assets Does a Will Cover? • Issues with life insurance • Issues with retirement plan assets Matthew.Bogin@boginlaw.com
What Happens if a Person Dies Without a Will? • Why intestate succession is a problem Matthew.Bogin@boginlaw.com
Letters of Intent • While not “legally binding” they are extremely important Matthew.Bogin@boginlaw.com
What is a trust? Trusts • Compliance with state law Matthew.Bogin@boginlaw.com
How is a Trust Created? Matthew.Bogin@boginlaw.com
Trusts Created and Funded by Someone Else Trusts Funded with Funds Belonging to a Person with a Disability Special Needs Trust Matthew.Bogin@boginlaw.com
Third Party Trusts • The preferred vehicle Matthew.Bogin@boginlaw.com
First Party Trusts • Remember whose funds and do not co-mingle Matthew.Bogin@boginlaw.com
How Much Money? • When should trusts be funded • How should trusts be funded Matthew.Bogin@boginlaw.com
Who Should Be the Trustee? • Individuals vs. Corporate Trustees
Guardianship Matthew.Bogin@boginlaw.com
Guardian of the Person Matthew.Bogin@boginlaw.com
Guardian of the Property Matthew.Bogin@boginlaw.com
What is the Process? Matthew.Bogin@boginlaw.com
Why are these important? FAMILY LAW ISSUES Matthew.Bogin@boginlaw.com
Surrogate Decision Making Matthew.Bogin@boginlaw.com
Durable Powers of Attorney Matthew.Bogin@boginlaw.com
Long Term Care • Why is it important for parents Matthew.Bogin@boginlaw.com
Estate Planning for Families With Special Needs Matthew Bogin, Esq. 5454 Wisconsin Avenue Chevy Chase, MD 20815 301- 656 - 1755 Matthew.Bogin@boginlaw.com