Collins & Kruse Law Office – Columbus, OH

Protecting Your Legacy and Your Loved Ones

Collins & Kruse Law Office is a boutique law firm located in the Fifth by Northwest neighborhood of Columbus, Ohio, dedicated to serving families, veterans, and seniors. As a Veteran-owned firm, it brings a unique level of discipline and dedication to the practice of Elder Law and Estate Planning. Attorneys Jackie Collins and Wren Kruse lead the team with a compassionate approach, understanding that their clients are often facing some of life’s most difficult transitions. Whether you are planning for the future or dealing with an immediate health crisis, this firm provides the legal armor needed to protect your assets and ensure your medical wishes are honored.

Elder Law and Crisis Care Planning

One of the firm’s specialized areas is Crisis Care Planning. When a loved one is suddenly admitted to a nursing home or suffers a medical emergency, families are often overwhelmed by the financial implications. Collins & Kruse steps in to navigate the complex world of Medicaid and long-term care financing. They employ strategies to protect a family’s life savings from being depleted by nursing home costs, helping clients qualify for benefits they are entitled to. Their proactive Medicaid Planning services also help healthy seniors structure their assets well in advance, providing peace of mind for the years to come.

Veterans Benefits

As a firm with deep military roots, Collins & Kruse is a fierce advocate for those who have served. They specialize in securing Veterans’ Benefits, including the often-overlooked ‘Aid and Attendance’ benefit, which can provide significant financial assistance for long-term care. The attorneys understand the specific eligibility requirements and bureaucratic hurdles of the VA system. They work tirelessly to ensure that veterans and their surviving spouses receive the maximum support available to them, treating every veteran client with the honor and respect they deserve.

Estate Planning and Mesothelioma

Beyond elder law, the firm offers comprehensive Estate Planning services, drafting Wills, Trusts, and Powers of Attorney to prevent probate headaches and guardianship disputes. Uniquely, the firm also handles Mesothelioma cases, representing individuals and families affected by asbestos exposure-a cause often linked to industrial and military service. Located just minutes from Grandview Heights and Upper Arlington, Collins & Kruse Law Office offers a welcoming, accessible environment where clients can discuss their legal needs without intimidation.

• Crisis Care Planning: Emergency legal assistance for families facing immediate nursing home admissions.
• Veterans Benefits: Expert navigation of VA pension and Aid and Attendance claims.
• Medicaid Planning: Asset protection strategies to qualify for government healthcare assistance.
• Estate Planning: Creating wills and trusts to secure family legacies and avoid probate.