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With thoughtful advice and guidance from a qualified legal professional at every step along the way, retirees, and children of older parents, can rest assured knowing their wishes will be followed even after they are gone. White & Jocham provides estate planning, elder law, probate law, and more to clients throughout Greenfield and Indianapolis, IN. We strive to keep clients informed through our blog.
Our Latest Articles
Navigating Joint Ownership in Probate: What Happens When Co-Owners Pass Away?
The Legal Information Institute explains that joint ownership is “a concept in property law that refers to the ownership of property by two or more people.” When property is jointly owned in...
The Elder Law Guide to Medicaid: Understanding Benefits and Avoiding Pitfalls
Aging is part of life. You need to have a plan in place that effectively addresses the risks and challenges that come with getting older. Among other things, that includes creating a long-term care...
Smart Planning: The Benefits of Naming Retirement Accounts and Life Insurance as Your Beneficiaries
Naming beneficiaries on retirement accounts and life insurance policies is a simple step with powerful estate planning benefits. It allows these assets to pass directly to your chosen heirs without...
Living Wills Explained: Making Informed Decisions for Future Healthcare
In Indiana, a living will—also known as a Living Will Declaration—is a legal document that allows individuals to outline their preferences regarding life-prolonging medical treatments should they...
Securing the Future: Essential Steps for Effective Nursing Home Planning
There may come a time when you (or a loved one) needs long-term care. It is something that all families should be prepared to take on. A big challenge is that long-term care—and especially full-time...
Fortifying Your Future: How Estate Law Can Protect Your Assets from Legal Threats
Many people do not have an adequate estate plan in place. In fact, half of U.S. adults have not set up an estate plan at all (AARP). Estate planning is important. You are never too young to get...