In this Elder Law Minute, Crystal Post explains how trusts offer flexible asset management during life and after death. Video Transcript:  Hi, I’m Crystal Post. I’m the new Junior Associate at Dent Coulson Elder Law. I’m really hoping that these Elder Law Minutes provide some insight and understanding to complex issues that everyday people face […]

In this Elder Law Minute, Attorney Kaye DeSelms Dent from Dent Coulson Elder Law explains how the Illinois small estate threshold is increasing—giving more families the opportunity to settle a loved one’s estate without going through probate. What Is Considered a Small Estate in Illinois? An estate is the property you own solely in your […]

In this Elder Law Minute, Senior Associate Attorney Paige Fox from Dent Coulson Elder Law explains the pros and cons of naming co-executors or co-trustees—and why a simpler approach may make estate administration faster and less stressful. When Co-Trustees Make Sense If both spouses are healthy and have capacity, naming them as co-trustees of a […]

In this Elder Law Minute, Paige Fox explains how Illinois’ five-year Medicaid look-back period affects asset transfers and long-term care planning. *************************************************** Video Transcript: Hi. My name is Paige Fox. I’m a Senior Associate attorney here at Dent Coulson Elder Law. And I understand these topics are very complex, so I’m hoping these Elder Law […]

In this Elder Law Minute, Crystal Post shares why revisiting your estate plan annually is vital to keeping it current and effective. *************************************************** Video Transcript: Hi, I’m Crystal Post. I’m the new Junior Associate at Dent Coulson Elder Law. I’m really hoping that these Elder Law Minutes provide some insight and understanding to complex issues […]