Hurwitz Law Offices PLLC - Ann Arbor, MI

Comprehensive Elder Law and Medicaid Planning in Ann Arbor

The second half of life presents unique legal, financial, and emotional questions that general practice law firms are often unequipped to answer. At Hurwitz Law Offices PLLC, we focus exclusively on elder law and estate planning, helping seniors and their families navigate the complex challenges of aging. Conveniently located on Hogback Road in Ann Arbor, Michigan, our compassionate practice combines deep legal expertise with personal attention, ensuring you have a secure plan to protect your assets and qualify for essential medical care.

We believe that elder law is about more than just drafting legal documents; it is about providing compassionate guidance and clarity during some of life's most challenging transitions. Whether your family is managing a sudden healthcare crisis or you are proactively planning for long-term care, deciding to hire a lawyer specializing in elder law is critical to protecting your life savings. When you need to find an attorney who will advocate for your loved one with sensitivity and skill, Elizabeth Wetzel Hurwitz is ready to guide you. Contact us today to schedule your consultation.

Secure Care with Strategic Medicaid and Long-Term Care Planning

Navigating the staggering costs of nursing homes and assisted living facilities can quickly drain a family's hard-earned savings. Under Michigan Medicaid rules, there are strict asset and income limits, as well as a complex five-year lookback period for any asset transfers. Many families mistakenly believe they must spend down everything they own before they can qualify for assistance. At Hurwitz Law Offices PLLC, we help clients legally restructure assets to protect their family home and provide for a spouse living at home while securing Medicaid eligibility.

Our legal team works closely with you to design a personalized Medicaid plan that anticipates eligibility hurdles and protects your estate from recovery programs. We evaluate your unique financial picture to recommend effective tools such as specialized trusts, caregiver agreements, or property transfers. By taking a proactive approach, we help you transform a stressful financial situation into a manageable plan that guarantees your loved ones receive top-tier care without losing their inheritance.

Essential Wills, Trusts, and Veteran Aid and Attendance Benefits

An effective estate plan is essential to protect your autonomy and ensure your wishes are honored as you age. We draft custom, legally binding wills, living trusts, durable financial powers of attorney, and healthcare advocate designations. Having these critical documents in place ensures that trusted family members can manage your financial affairs and make vital medical decisions if you are ever physically or mentally unable to do so, avoiding the stress of a public probate court guardianship.

We also specialize in helping veterans and their surviving spouses qualify for valuable VA benefits, including the Aid and Attendance pension. This benefit can provide significant monthly funds to supplement your income and pay for assisted living, home health care, or nursing home costs. We analyze your service history and financial assets to determine if receiving these benefits can support your care needs, ensuring our nation's heroes and their families receive the financial support they earned.

Over Three Decades of Trusted Legal Service

Attorney Elizabeth Wetzel Hurwitz has served the Washtenaw County community since establishing her practice in 1993. A graduate of the University of Michigan and the University of Detroit Mercy School of Law, Elizabeth brings a unique perspective to her practice, having trained and practiced as a gestalt therapist prior to law school. This background allows her to facilitate open family communication and resolve caregiving conflicts with extraordinary empathy. We accept credit cards, checks, and cash to make our services accessible. Contact our Ann Arbor office today to schedule your consultation and secure peace of mind for the future.