Indiana & Ohio Elder law, Estate and Medicaid Planning, Wills & Trusts, Estate & Trust Administration & Guardianship. Located in Fort Wayne, Indiana, Koler Law Office provides legal services to clients in Indiana and Ohio. One of the most important-yet most rare-qualities of any attorney is the ability to "listen" to clients.
After gaining a solid understanding of your needs we effectively provide innovative and practical solutions to our clients. We strive to understand our clients' needs and goals, and provide protection, preservation and most importantly peace of mind to every family. Our attention and commitment to our clients is the cornerstone of our firm.
After gaining a solid understanding of your needs we effectively provide innovative and practical solutions to our clients. We strive to understand our clients' needs and goals, and provide protection, preservation and most importantly peace of mind to every family. Our attention and commitment to our clients is the cornerstone of our firm.
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At the Koler Law Office, we focus on being problem solvers and strong advocates for our clients. We want to help people with the legal planning that allows each of us to care for ourselves and to provide for those we care about. This is the philosophy that guides us everyday. We consider the best option for our clients from all points of view, including the legal, medical, financial, social and family issues.
Not sure whether you or your loved one will qualify for Medicaid? Schedule a Medicaid Assessment with us to obtain the answers to what can be done to protect your assets and minimize the costs of long-term care. We can assist you with asset protection planning, including protection for the spouse at home, Medicaid eligibility and an application for Medicaid benefits.
The period of time one may be ineligible for Medicaid assistance can vary depending on what is given away, to whom, and when. It may be less than 5 years and sometimes there is no disqualification at all. Yes, there is a 5-year "lookback" period for most asset transfers under the Medicaid rules. Which means Medicaid will look back at all transfers of property, including transfers for less than fair market value.
Your Last Will and Testament is a legal document that becomes effective upon your death and directs how your property will be distributed. It is important to have a Will for several reasons. First, it allows you to name an Executor or Personal Representative, who will be responsible for making sure your assets are distributed to your designated heirs.
A power of attorney gives a person you designate the authority to make financial decisions, such as signing checks to pay bills, handling tax returns, and selling a home. Normally, a durable power of attorney for financial matters is effective immediately upon execution. Sometimes, however, a person is reluctant to delegate broad powers to anyone while he or she is still competent.
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I have worked with Koler Law Office for a couple years now. As a Business Office Manager it was comforting to know I was sending my families and patients to someone who would provide them with the same genuine care and understanding as I did. They're extremely knowledgeable and up to date on the changes in Medicaid rules and regulations. They were wonderful to work with and kept me updated on cases for my patients. I would recommend their services to anyone needing help with Medicaid and estate planning, or help with wills, trusts, and other elder law services.