Divorce brings significant changes to nearly every area of life, from finances and property ownership to family relationships and future plans. While updating your estate plan may not be the first thing on your mind during or after a divorce, it is an important step in making sure your documents continue to reflect your wishes.
Planning for Long-Term Support Families who want to provide for a loved one with a disability often face a difficult planning question: how can they leave financial support without unintentionally creating problems for benefits or services the person may rely on? A special needs trust may be one tool to consider. The goal is not
Few families expect to receive a late night phone call informing them that a parent has fallen, been hospitalized, or can no longer safely live alone. Yet these moments happen every day, and when they do, families are often forced to make important legal, financial, and medical decisions under tremendous emotional stress. Unfortunately, crisis planning
Planning for long term care is a critical component of financial and estate planning, particularly in New York where the cost of care can be substantial. Medicaid plays an essential role in covering these expenses, but eligibility is subject to strict financial requirements. Understanding how to legally transfer assets while preserving eligibility is key to
When one spouse needs long term care in a nursing home or similar facility, families often worry about what will happen to their finances. One of the most common questions is whether Medicaid eligibility will force the healthy spouse to spend down all of the couple’s savings or even lose their home. The good news
As 2026 unfolds, seniors and their families in New York face important changes in estate planning and Medicaid laws. Staying informed is crucial to protecting your assets, ensuring access to care, and making informed decisions for the future. At Thomas J. Manzi Law, we specialize in guiding seniors through these complex legal matters with clarity
As the calendar turns to a new year, many of us think about fresh starts and planning for the future. For adult children with aging parents, the new year can also be a powerful reminder: it’s time to get serious about estate planning. Thoughtful planning today can mean far less stress, confusion, and conflict down
If you are a legal guardian, your responsibilities don’t take a vacation, even if you do. Whether you’re planning a short weekend away or an extended summer trip, it’s important to have a plan in place for the continued care and safety of the individual under your guardianship. At the Law Office of Thomas J. Manzi
May is Older Americans Month, a time to honor the contributions of seniors in our communities and to reflect on how we can best support them as they age. At Thomas J. Manzi PC, Attorneys at Law, we focus on empowering seniors and their families through compassionate elder law services—helping them preserve their dignity, protect
When it comes to estate planning, trusts are powerful tools that can help you manage and protect your assets, ensuring they are distributed according to your wishes. Two common types of trusts are revocable and irrevocable trusts. While they may seem similar, they serve different purposes and offer distinct advantages. Understanding the When it comes
