Protection and Peace of Mind for Your Loved Ones
Estate planning and elder law aren’t just about legal documents—they’re about protecting the people you care about most. We help Indiana families navigate estate planning, Medicaid planning, long-term care, special needs planning, and guardianship with confidence.
Elder Law
Unlike many other areas of the law, elder law is defined by the needs of the client rather than by a particular field of law.
So many of us have gone through the painful process of seeing our parents, spouse, or loved one fail in health. When he or she is no longer able to care for themselves, there are questions that need to be answered and decisions that must be made.
Attorney Jeffery Stinson has been on both sides of the situation.
Find out how his experiences have shaped Stinson Law Firm, where we combine superior legal services with compassionate customer care.
Assistance for a Wide Range of Elder Law Issues
Medicaid Planning, Applications, and Appeals
Stinson Law Firm can help preserve your assets while still accessing valuable Medicaid benefits. We can show you how to maximize your eligibility benefits without giving away all the things you’ve worked a lifetime to achieve.
Estate Planning and Asset Protection
Stinson Law Firm will guide you in creating a specific and customized estate plan – drafting such things as wills, trusts, powers of attorney, health care advance directives, funeral planning directives, and any other necessary legal documents.
Special Needs Planning
An individual with special needs may require assistance with a number of matters from care management to public assistance, including Medicaid, Medicare, Supplemental Security Income, and much more. Together we will create a plan that meets today’s needs as well as those in the future.
Probate and Estate Administration
Whether it be the Personal Representative of a decedent’s estate, the Trustee of a trust, the surviving joint owner of property, the payable on death beneficiary, or a combination of the same, we will coordinate all facets of the decedent’s final affairs to ensure that all tasks are completed timely.
Veterans Affairs Pension Benefits
Stinson Law Firm can review your eligibility for a cash benefit available to veterans and surviving spouses, known as “pension” and more often referred to as “aid and attendance.” This benefit is generally not related to a service-connected disability.
Guardianship
Whether a person is not yet an adult or is already an older citizen, a guardianship may be necessary to protect them now and in the future. Creating a guardianship gives the caregiver the legal authority to take care of financial matters and arrange for appropriate care.
The Stinson Law Firm Difference
Knowledge and Specialization
Jeff Stinson is one of only 15 Certified Elder Law Attorneys in the state of Indiana. We focus solely on elder law, ensuring a depth of understanding of our clients’ needs.
Client-Centered Approach
We put the client’s needs and well-being at the forefront of all our legal strategies. We listen carefully to their goals and offer effective problem-solving to address complex legal issues.
Results
With over 20 years of experience in elder law, we know what it takes to get the results our clients need. We tirelessly advocate and have a proven track record with public benefits agencies and probate courts to achieve positive outcomes for those we serve.
Empathy Is Our Driving Force.
Stinson Law Firm is committed to delivering superior legal services with compassion and individualized attention. We work with clients across the state of Indiana.
My business is a part of me. I celebrate my clients’ achievements, and I suffer through their losses with them. They are getting a full investment out of me when they hire me. I enjoy working with folks, learning more about them, and not just focusing on the situation.
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