Rocky Mountain Elder Law is passionate about protection and justice for vulnerable people. We specialize in helping older and disabled people who may be at risk of, or who have experienced exploitation.
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If you don’t have a will, you’re not alone, but it’s time to take action. In Colorado, if you die without a will, your assets may not go where you want them to. Don’t let the state decide for you!
Losing a loved one is an incredibly difficult experience, and the immediate aftermath can be overwhelming. Our webinar provides guidance on what to following your loved one’s death.
Protecting your legacy begins with estate planning. Estate planning is the act of preparing for the end of a person’s life. This includes identifying who owns what to ensure the smooth transfer of a person’s wealth, as well as the creation of documents such as living wills and Powers of Attorney.
Why estate planning matters
Everyone can benefit from a thorough estate plan. It is the final gift that you give to the people you love. It means that when you die, they can grieve, free of the burden of administration. An estate plan ensures that your legacy is safe. I believe that you are never too old and never too young to start an estate plan, but you might be too late.
How I help
I have a unique perspective on planning, both as a lawyer and chaplain. I have also seen first-hand what happens when there is no plan in place and the pain families can experience.
Whenever a person dies, their estate needs to be collected and managed. Estate administration involves gathering the assets of the estate, paying the decedent’s debts, and distributing the remaining assets.
Why probate matters
Estate administration ensures that heirs and beneficiaries receive what is rightfully theirs.
How I help
I am well-versed in the rules and structures of estate administration and I work efficiently to make the process as smooth as possible.
They ensure legal protection for minors, disabled people, or those who are incapacitated. Guardianships concern decisions regarding healthcare, medical care or the care of a minor child, whereas conservatorships concern financial decisions.
Why guardianships and conservatorships matter
Guardianships and conservatorships help those who care for the vulnerable and put court oversight of vulnerable people in place.
How I help
I care about the most vulnerable in society. I have seen what happens when the correct legal protections have not been put in place and for me it is one of the sources of greatest professional satisfaction to see that someone who needs it is protected.
Case study
Read this case study to see how Kate helped Native American grandparents secure custody of their granddaughter.
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What is Medicaid planning?
Medicaid Planning involves short-term and long-term strategies to plan for nursing home care in such a way that you qualify for Medicaid support.
Why Medicaid planning matters
Many people will need a period of care towards the end of their lives. Medicare, which is available to everyone 65 and over in this country, does not cover nursing home care. The only plan that the government has for nursing home care is Medicaid, which is something that you have to qualify for, by having a very low income and very little assets.
How I help
I work with clients to develop financial strategies so that when the time comes, your assets can be preserved and you qualify for care. I help clients plan now so that you have peace of mind and know your needs will be taken care of if the time comes.
FREE webinar recording: How to plan for long-term nursing home care using Medicaid
Whether you are planning for your own long-term care needs or assisting a loved one with Medicaid planning, this webinar will provide you with the knowledge and tools you need to navigate the complexities of long-term nursing home care
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What is estate planning?
Protecting your legacy begins with estate planning. Estate planning is the act of preparing for the end of a person’s life. This includes identifying who owns what to ensure the smooth transfer of a person’s wealth, as well as the creation of documents such as living wills and Powers of Attorney.
Why estate planning matters
Everyone can benefit from a thorough estate plan. It is the final gift that you give to the people you love. It means that when you die, they can grieve, free of the burden of administration. An estate plan ensures that your legacy is safe. I believe that you are never too old and never too young to start an estate plan, but you might be too late.
How I help
I have a unique perspective on planning, both as a lawyer and chaplain. I have also seen first-hand what happens when there is no plan in place and the pain families can experience.
Download this handout for the critical elements of an estate plan.
Estate Administration and Probate
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What is estate administration?
Whenever a person dies, their estate needs to be collected and managed. Estate administration involves gathering the assets of the estate, paying the decedent’s debts, and distributing the remaining assets.
Why probate matters
Estate administration ensures that heirs and beneficiaries receive what is rightfully theirs.
How I help
I am well-versed in the rules and structures of estate administration and I work efficiently to make the process as smooth as possible.
Case study
Read this case study to see how Kate resolved a probate conflict on the death of a child.
Probate Litigation
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What is probate litigation?
Unfortunately, sometimes people fight over estates, or over protected persons or wards under conservatorship or guardianship.
Why probate litigation matters
I help those who feel that a mistake has been made in the administration of an estate seek what is rightfully theirs.
How I help
I want to help solve my clients’ problems and as their advocate, I fight to do so.
Case study
Read this case study to see how Kate resolved a probate conflict on the death of a child.
Guardianships and Conservatorships
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What are guardianships and conservatorships?
They ensure legal protection for minors, disabled people, or those who are incapacitated. Guardianships concern decisions regarding healthcare, medical care or the care of a minor child, whereas conservatorships concern financial decisions.
Why guardianships and conservatorships matter
Guardianships and conservatorships help those who care for the vulnerable and put court oversight of vulnerable people in place.
How I help
I care about the most vulnerable in society. I have seen what happens when the correct legal protections have not been put in place and for me it is one of the sources of greatest professional satisfaction to see that someone who needs it is protected.
Case study
Read this case study to see how Kate helped Native American grandparents secure custody of their granddaughter.
Medicaid Planning
Click on the image above to watch our video on Medicaid planning (opens in a new tab)
What is Medicaid planning?
Medicaid planning involves short-term and long-term strategies to plan for nursing home care in such a way that you qualify for Medicaid support.
Why Medicaid planning matters
Many people will need a period of care towards the end of their lives. Medicare, which is available to everyone 65 and over in this country, does not cover nursing home care. The only plan that the government has for nursing home care is Medicaid, which is something that you have to qualify for, by having a very low income and very little assets
How I help
I work with clients to develop financial strategies so that when the time comes, your assets can be preserved and you qualify for care. I help clients plan now so that you have peace of mind and know your needs will be taken care of if the time comes.
FREE webinar recording: How to plan for long-term nursing home care using Medicaid
Whether you are planning for your own long-term care needs or assisting a loved one with Medicaid planning, this webinar will provide you with the knowledge and tools you need to navigate the complexities of long-term nursing home care
“My wife and I met with the Rocky Mountain Elder Law team to update our estate plan and they were so professional and efficient. They covered numerous detailed options regarding healthcare issues and helped make decisions to make those selections simple for us and our future “guardians” during difficult periods of our lives. The estate plan creation process was efficient and cost effective.”
– Bruce Wiesley
About Kate Silburn, founder of Rocky Mountain Elder Law
“I want to create a world where families are free from worrying about the security of their legacy.”
Kate’s credentials of a Masters of Divinity and Juris Doctor, as well as her role as a hospice chaplain, give her unique insight into the challenges facing older people at the end of their lives. She has seen what happens when the right protections are not in place and is dedicated to advocating for vulnerable people.
Rocky Mountain Elder Law LLC serves Colorado’s Front Range and is available to support families in the Denver Metro area.
“Very kind, knowledgeable, caring individuals. Kate has handled our case with the utmost care and respect. I do not feel alone anymore in my situation. Rocky Mountain Elder Law has walked with me every step of the way.”
– Melissa Braun
FREE upcoming webinar: Creating Wills & Trusts
Join us at lunchtime on November 14th to learn why having a will is vital and how wills and trusts work together.
