MEDI-CAL and DISABILITY PLANNING
DECEDENT'S ESTATE, PROBATE, and TRUST ADMINISTRATION
DEVELOPMENTALLY DISABLED and SPECIAL NEEDS
ESTATE PLANNING, LIVING TRUSTS, WILLS, POWERS of ATTORNEY
About Philip Lindsley and
San Diego Elder Law Center
San Diego Elder Law Center
Philip P. Lindsley,
Attorney at Law
(619) 235-4357
Developmentally Disabled and Special Needs
Parents and families of developmentally disabled or special needs individuals
face unique legal planning issues. While the field of practice is known as
"Elder Law," this is somewhat of a misnomer. Most "elder law" attorneys also
provide services concerning the developmentally disabled, as the legal issues
presented are very similar: familiarity with available public benefits programs,
substitute decision making for the legally incapacitated individual, and
understanding available community resources. The elderly and the developmentally
disabled also share similarities in their vulnerability and dependence on
others.
At San Diego Elder Law Center, we understand the important relationship between
the families of the developmentally disabled, the San Diego Regional Center, and
their licensed vendors. We understand State laws and regulations concerning the
developmentally disabled and those providing services to them. We are familiar
with community resources and the requirements of Regional Center and Community Care Licensing. Most importantly, we understand the available public
benefits
programs and are experienced in handling long-term planning to assure the future
security for the special-needs individual. If done properly, "special needs
trusts" can be established that will not disqualify a recipient from
means-tested public benefits. We are also experienced in handling problems
related to the legal incapacity of the adult developmentally disabled
individual.
We can help your family decide if a limited conservatorship is needed or advisable, or if other legal tools are more appropriate in your
situation.
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Conservatorships for the Developmentally Disabled
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Special Needs Trusts
San Diego Elder Law Center
Philip P. Lindsley, JD, CELA
Certified Elder Law Attorney
(619) 235-4357