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National Elder Law Month

Courtesy Leu & Peirce, PLLC May is “National Elder Law Month,” a national initiative sponsored by the National Academy of Elder Law Attorneys (NAELA) designed to spotlight seniors and the issues they face. NAELA was […]

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Choosing Advisors Wisely––Lori A. Leu

It is an unfortunate reality that there are many people out there ready to profit from and prey on vulnerable individuals. The elderly have always been a prime target for those looking to exploit someone for financial gain, and the numbers are on the rise. According to one report, Texas has one of the highest numbers of elder abuse cases each year, along with California, Florida, New York, and Pennsylvania. One of the most unreported forms of elder abuse is financial exploitation. […]

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Summer is a Good Time for Planning Ahead––Lori A. Leu

Remember those summertime family vacations from your childhood? Your parents probably spent months planning the trip down to the last detail, including all the activities the family would enjoy to create lasting memories of summer fun. They invested a lot of time doing the research and juggling the budget to make sure everything was just right. This summer, why not return the favor by helping them tackle the details of their estate planning? […]