Guardianships and Planning

Guardianships

For family members with developmental disabilities, or aging family members with terminal diseases or with diminishing capacity, a guardianship may be required to protect that loved one and his or her assets. There are a variety of types of guardianships in New York State. The most common are the guardianships for the developmentally disabled, stand-by guardianships for those with a terminal illness with surviving infant children, and Mental Hygiene Law Article 81 guardianships. The attorneys at The Odorisi Law Firm are ready to assist you in pursuing the appropriate guardianship for your loved one. Please contact The Odorisi Law Firm to set up an appointment to discuss your options.

Supplemental Needs, Special Needs and Pooled Trusts

Families often want to make special provisions for individual family members with special needs without jeopardizing that family member's eligibility to Medicaid, SSI and other public benefits. Under New York Law, a variety of trusts can be created, funded or participated in without jeopardizing their eligibility for such benefits. The attorneys at The Odorisi Law Firm can assist you in planning for the present and future needs of the loved one while maximizing the likelihood that the much needed government benefits will be preserved and continued.