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Birmingham Estate Planning & Elder Law Firm

The Alabama Elder Care Law Firm, formally known as Nolan Elder Law and Estate Planning, is a niche practice. While some law firms attempt to meet every conceivable legal need, we have chosen a different approach. Our focus is narrow but deep. We work with seniors every day. We work with families needing estate planning every day. We work with families who have lost loved ones and now they face probate. We work with families who have members with special needs. We work with veterans. We work with Medicaid applicants. We make house-calls on individuals who are shut-ins. That is what we do.

If you have other legal needs, we have many friends who work in divorce, bankruptcy, criminal defense, medical malpractice, nursing-home abuse and personal injury. We can make referrals on your behalf. We have found that the best way to choose an attorney is not by the number of billboards he might purchase. Contact us if you have legal needs in other areas of the law. We are happy to make the referral for you.

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Featured Articles

  • The Importance of Power of Attorney for Seniors Aging in Place
    As more seniors choose to age in place, remaining in the comfort and familiarity of their own homes, families face important decisions about legal preparedness. Among the most important documents to establish is a power of attorney. This legal tool can make the difference between seamless care management and complicated …Read More »
  • How Families Can Help Loved Ones Organize Important Documents for Easier Probate
    When a loved one passes away, grieving families often face the overwhelming task of locating important documents, often while trying to navigate the complexities of probate law. However, families can take proactive steps now to help their senior relatives organize these important papers, making a difficult time significantly easier for …Read More »
  • Elder Financial Abuse is a Growing Problem for Seniors!
    Is your loved one a victim of elder financial abuse?  What are the clues? We are seeing “romance scams” as the most common type of financial abuse. You may not even know they are happening unless you do a little forensic work. Here is how the typical scam might play …Read More »
  • The 5-Year Look-Back Rule: Why Medicaid Planning Can’t Wait
    When seniors and their families think about long-term care costs, many assume they have plenty of time for Medicaid planning. Unfortunately, the five-year look-back rule makes this assumption risky and potentially costly. Understanding this rule is essential for anyone who might eventually need Medicaid to cover nursing home or long-term …Read More »
  • Why Senior Surviving Spouses Need an Experienced VA Benefits Lawyer
    When a veteran passes away, their surviving spouse often faces an overwhelming combination of grief and complex challenges. For senior widows and widowers, navigating the VA benefits system can feel particularly daunting, especially when they’re already dealing with the emotional and financial stress of losing their partner. Understanding this, it …Read More »

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